Very Good
#216 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 24% of private schools
Dallas Academy
School
950 TIFFANY WAY, Dallas, TX 75218
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#216 of 883
In Dallas
#17 of 79
public schools
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Dallas Academy
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About Dallas Academy
Dallas Academy is a private school in Dallas, TX. Dallas Academy serves approximately 143 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Dallas Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #216 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 143 students, Dallas Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.5:1 students to teachers, Dallas Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Dallas Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Dallas Academy compares to 380 public schools serving similar grades in Dallas, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dallas Academy (this school) | 7.2 |
| VICTOR H HEXTER EL | 7.0 |
| REINHARDT EL | 8.1 |
| ROBERT T HILL MIDDLE | 7.4 |
| W H GASTON MIDDLE | 6.2 |
| MARTHA TURNER REILLY EL | 7.8 |
| CASA VIEW EL | 7.3 |
| BRYAN ADAMS H S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY | 6.9 |
| ALEX SANGER PREPARATORY SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| L L HOTCHKISS EL | 8.3 |
| GEORGE W TRUETT EL | 7.8 |
| LAKEWOOD EL | 9.6 |
| PERSONALIZED LEARNING ACADEMY AT HIGHLAND MEADOWS | 5.3 |
| WHITE ROCK EL | 9.1 |
| LAKE HIGHLANDS EL | 8.5 |
| S S CONNER EL | 6.7 |
| EDWIN J KIEST EL | 6.2 |
| DAN D ROGERS EL | 9.2 |
| LAKE HIGHLANDS J H | 7.6 |
| EDUARDO MATA MONTESSORI SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| CHARLES A GILL EL | 7.3 |
Showing 20 of 380 schools. View all schools in Dallas
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
950 TIFFANY WAY, Dallas, TX 75218
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dallas Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. WHITE ROCK EL (rated 9.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALEX SANGER PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LAKE HIGHLANDS EL (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VICTOR H HEXTER EL Dallas | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| CLASSICAL SCHOOL OF DALLAS Dallas | 0.9 mi | 3.1 |
| ROBERT T HILL MIDDLE Dallas | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| ST BERNARD OF CLAIRVAUX SCHOOL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| REINHARDT EL Dallas | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| W H GASTON MIDDLE Dallas | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| MARTHA TURNER REILLY EL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| ALEX SANGER PREPARATORY SCHOOL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| WHITE ROCK MONTESSORI Dallas | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF DALLAS Dallas | 2.2 mi | — |
| BRYAN ADAMS H S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Dallas | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| HIGHLANDER SCHOOL Dallas | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| CASA VIEW EL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| LAKE HIGHLANDS EL Dallas | 2.4 mi | 8.5 |
| GEORGE W TRUETT EL Dallas | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| BISHOP LYNCH HIGH SCHOOL Dallas | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| WHITE ROCK EL Dallas | 2.4 mi | 9.1 |
| S S CONNER EL Dallas | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| PERSONALIZED LEARNING ACADEMY AT HIGHLAND MEADOWS Dallas | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| L L HOTCHKISS EL Dallas | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,677
Median Home Value
$476,000
Median Rent
$1,651/mo
Population
22,028
College Educated
61.4%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
40.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHANNING SCHOOL Channing, TX | 7.2 |
| FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sugar Land, TX | 7.2 |
| LEGACY PREPARATORY CHARTER ACADEMY PLANO Dallas, TX | 7.2 |
| MCLEAN SCHOOL Mclean, TX | 7.2 |
| SPRING BRANCH ACADEMIC INSTITUTE Houston, TX | 7.2 |
| TRINIDAD SCHOOL Trinidad, TX | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dallas Academy
What grades does Dallas Academy serve?
Dallas Academy serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Dallas Academy?
Dallas Academy has an enrollment of approximately 143 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dallas Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Dallas Academy is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Dallas Academy rank in TX?
Dallas Academy ranks #216 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Dallas Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Dallas Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Dallas Academy a private school?
Yes, Dallas Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Dallas Academy a religious school?
No, Dallas Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 143
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 164 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (214) 324-1481
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