Average
#718 of 883 private schools in TX
Highlander School
Elementary School
9120 PLANO RD, Dallas, TX 75238
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#718 of 883
In Dallas
#69 of 79
public schools
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Highlander School
Elementary School in Dallas · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Highlander School
Highlander School is a private elementary school in Dallas, TX. Highlander School serves approximately 94 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Highlander School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #718 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 94 students, Highlander School 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 7.8:1 students to teachers, Highlander School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Highlander School 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 Highlander School compares to 308 public schools serving similar grades in Dallas, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Highlander School (this school) | 5.1 |
| LAKE HIGHLANDS EL | 8.5 |
| PERSONALIZED LEARNING ACADEMY AT HIGHLAND MEADOWS | 5.3 |
| WALLACE EL | 7.3 |
| ROBERT T HILL MIDDLE | 7.4 |
| MARTHA TURNER REILLY EL | 7.8 |
| WHITE ROCK EL | 9.1 |
| NORTHLAKE EL | 5.9 |
| VICTOR H HEXTER EL | 7.0 |
| CASA VIEW EL | 7.3 |
| MERRIMAN PARK EL | 7.4 |
| REINHARDT EL | 8.1 |
| THURGOOD MARSHALL EL | 4.4 |
| L L HOTCHKISS EL | 8.3 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - DALLAS | 5.9 |
| SKYVIEW EL | 2.9 |
| CHARLES A GILL EL | 7.3 |
| GENEVA HEIGHTS EL | 6.9 |
| FOREST LANE ACADEMY | 4.1 |
| MOSS HAVEN EL | 8.9 |
| JILL STONE EL AT VICKERY MEADOW | 5.3 |
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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
9120 PLANO RD, Dallas, TX 75238
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highlander School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WHITE ROCK EL (rated 9.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKE HIGHLANDS EL (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, REINHARDT EL (rated 8.1/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKE HIGHLANDS EL Dallas | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| PERSONALIZED LEARNING ACADEMY AT HIGHLAND MEADOWS Dallas | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| LAKE HIGHLANDS J H Dallas | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dallas | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| WALLACE EL Dallas | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| ROBERT T HILL MIDDLE Dallas | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF DALLAS Dallas | 1.1 mi | — |
| MARTHA TURNER REILLY EL Dallas | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dallas | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| NORTHLAKE EL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| VICTOR H HEXTER EL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| WHITE ROCK EL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 9.1 |
| WHITE ROCK NORTH SCHOOL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| LAKE HIGHLANDS H S Dallas | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| DALLAS ACADEMY Dallas | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| AUTISM TREATMENT CENTER DAY SCHOOL PROGRAM Dallas | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| CASA VIEW EL Dallas | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| REINHARDT EL Dallas | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - DALLAS NORTH Dallas | 2.5 mi | 3.0 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - DALLAS Dallas | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75238 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,498
Median Home Value
$526,100
Median Rent
$1,269/mo
Population
33,439
College Educated
52.3%
Homeownership
49.4%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
35.3
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| AHB COMMUNITY SCHOOL Austin, TX | 5.1 |
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| AMEEN ACADEMY Plano, TX | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highlander School
What grades does Highlander School serve?
Highlander School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Highlander School?
Highlander School has an enrollment of approximately 94 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highlander School?
The student-teacher ratio at Highlander School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Highlander School rank in TX?
Highlander School ranks #718 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Highlander School's MySchoolScout rating?
Highlander School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Highlander School a private school?
Yes, Highlander School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Highlander School a religious school?
Highlander School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 94
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 166 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (214) 348-3220
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