Very Good
#142 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 16% of private schools
Firewheel Christian Academy
Elementary School
5500 LAVON DR, Garland, TX 75040
Enrollment
70
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
70
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#142 of 883
In Garland
#2 of 6
public schools
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About Firewheel Christian Academy
Firewheel Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Garland, TX. Firewheel Christian Academy serves approximately 70 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Firewheel Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #142 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 70 students, Firewheel Christian 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 8.6:1 students to teachers, Firewheel Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Firewheel Christian 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 Firewheel Christian Academy compares to 58 public schools serving similar grades in Garland, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Firewheel Christian Academy (this school) | 7.5 |
| LUNA EL | 8.1 |
| VERNAL LISTER EL | 4.5 |
| ABBETT EL | 4.6 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - GARLAND | 5.8 |
| SPRING CREEK EL | 6.7 |
| WEAVER EL | 5.3 |
| WEBB MIDDLE | 4.7 |
| NORTHLAKE EL | 4.3 |
| COOPER EL | 4.1 |
| SELLERS MIDDLE | 5.6 |
| SHOREHAVEN EL | 5.7 |
| ETHRIDGE EL | 3.8 |
| ILTEXAS GARLAND EL | 3.7 |
| ILTEXAS GARLAND MIDDLE | 3.7 |
| BUSSEY MIDDLE | 3.3 |
| PARSONS PRE-K CTR | 4.0 |
| GOLDEN MEADOWS EL | 6.0 |
| FREEMAN EL | 3.4 |
| HICKMAN EL | 6.4 |
| BIG SPRINGS EL | 7.8 |
Showing 20 of 58 schools. View all schools in Garland
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.
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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
5500 LAVON DR, Garland, TX 75040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Firewheel Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DON WHITT EL (rated 9.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Wylie), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHERI COX EL (rated 9.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Wylie), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STINSON EL (rated 9.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Richardson), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garland, see our Garland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOHN W ARMSTRONG EL Sachse | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| LUNA EL Garland | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| VERNAL LISTER EL Garland | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| SACHSE H S Sachse | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| B G HUDSON MIDDLE Sachse | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| ROBERT B SEWELL EL Sachse | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| MILLER EL Richardson | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| ABBETT EL Garland | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| NAAMAN FOREST H S Garland | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - GARLAND Garland | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| DON WHITT EL Wylie | 2.1 mi | 9.2 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - GARLAND Garland | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| WEAVER EL Garland | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| NORTHLAKE EL Garland | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| SCHELL EL Richardson | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| STINSON EL Richardson | 2.6 mi | 9.0 |
| SPRING CREEK EL Garland | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| GARLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Garland | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| CHERI COX EL Wylie | 2.7 mi | 9.2 |
| WEBB MIDDLE Garland | 2.7 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,537
Median Home Value
$245,400
Median Rent
$1,670/mo
Population
64,205
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
68.4%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
36.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Firewheel Christian Academy
What grades does Firewheel Christian Academy serve?
Firewheel Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Firewheel Christian Academy?
Firewheel Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 70 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Firewheel Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Firewheel Christian Academy is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Firewheel Christian Academy rank in TX?
Firewheel Christian Academy ranks #142 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Firewheel Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Firewheel Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Firewheel Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Firewheel Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Assembly of God affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Firewheel Christian Academy a religious school?
Firewheel Christian Academy has a Assembly of God religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 70
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Assembly of God
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (972) 495-0851
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