Very Good
#131 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 15% of private schools
Great Lakes Academy
School
6000 CUSTER RD BLDG 7, Plano, TX 75023
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
4th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#131 of 883
In Plano
#4 of 16
public schools
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Great Lakes Academy
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About Great Lakes Academy
Great Lakes Academy is a private school in Plano, TX. Great Lakes Academy serves approximately 84 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Lakes Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #131 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 84 students, Great Lakes 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 4.8:1 students to teachers, Great Lakes Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Great Lakes 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 Great Lakes Academy compares to 63 public schools serving similar grades in Plano, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Great Lakes Academy (this school) | 7.6 |
| THOMAS EL | 4.5 |
| CARPENTER MIDDLE | 5.8 |
| CHRISTIE EL | 6.8 |
| CARLISLE EL | 8.5 |
| HUGHSTON EL | 9.0 |
| SCHIMELPFENIG MIDDLE | 8.2 |
| HENDRICK MIDDLE | 7.1 |
| CLARK H S | 4.6 |
| HARRINGTON EL | 8.2 |
| DAVIS EL | 5.4 |
| BETHANY EL | 8.9 |
| HEDGCOXE EL | 8.4 |
| WELLS EL | 7.8 |
| HAGGARD MIDDLE | 7.2 |
| MATHEWS EL | 9.2 |
| PLANO SR H S | 6.3 |
| SAIGLING EL | 8.3 |
| RASOR EL | 4.0 |
| ACADEMY H S | 9.2 |
| ANDREWS EL | 9.2 |
Showing 20 of 63 schools. View all schools in Plano
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
6000 CUSTER RD BLDG 7, Plano, TX 75023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Great Lakes Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. HUGHSTON EL (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BETHANY EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARLISLE EL (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Plano, see our Plano schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SPRING CREEK ACADEMY Plano | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| THOMAS EL Plano | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| KIDS LEARNING CENTER Plano | 0.5 mi | — |
| CARPENTER MIDDLE Plano | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| CHRISTIE EL Plano | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| CUSTER ROAD CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Plano | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| CARLISLE EL Plano | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| HUGHSTON EL Plano | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| AMEEN ACADEMY Plano | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| SCHIMELPFENIG MIDDLE Plano | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| A+ PREP SCHOOL Plano | 1.2 mi | — |
| HENDRICK MIDDLE Plano | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| ST PAUL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Plano | 1.3 mi | — |
| HARRINGTON EL Plano | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| DAVIS EL Plano | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| PEARSON EARLY CHILDHOOD Plano | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| HEDGCOXE EL Plano | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| BETHANY EL Plano | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| CLARK H S Plano | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| HAGGARD MIDDLE Plano | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,488
Median Home Value
$385,800
Median Rent
$1,897/mo
Population
48,878
College Educated
55.4%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST CYPRIAN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Lufkin, TX | 7.6 |
| LIFESTYLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Conroe, TX | 7.5 |
| BRAZOS VALLEY CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bryan, TX | 7.7 |
| EAGLE HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pearland, TX | 7.7 |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Plano, TX | 7.4 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orange, TX | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Great Lakes Academy
What grades does Great Lakes Academy serve?
Great Lakes Academy serves students in grades 4th through 12th.
How many students attend Great Lakes Academy?
Great Lakes Academy has an enrollment of approximately 84 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Lakes Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Great Lakes Academy is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Great Lakes Academy rank in TX?
Great Lakes Academy ranks #131 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Great Lakes Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Great Lakes Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Great Lakes Academy a private school?
Yes, Great Lakes 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 Great Lakes Academy a religious school?
No, Great Lakes Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 84
- Gender Split
- 73% M / 27% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Collin County
- Phone
- (972) 517-7498
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