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#381 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 43% of private schools
Kids Discovery Academy Inc.
Elementary School
933 BARNES BRIDGE RD, Mesquite, TX 75150
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – T1
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – T1
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#381 of 883
In Mesquite
#2 of 3
public schools
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Kids Discovery Academy Inc.
Elementary School in Mesquite · grades Pre-K – T1. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kids Discovery Academy Inc.
Kids Discovery Academy Inc. is a private elementary school in Mesquite, TX. Kids Discovery Academy Inc. serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades Pre-K-T1, and has a 4:1 student-teacher ratio. Kids Discovery Academy Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #381 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 61 students, Kids Discovery Academy Inc. 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 4:1 students to teachers, Kids Discovery Academy Inc. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Kids Discovery Academy Inc. 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 Kids Discovery Academy Inc. compares to 50 public schools serving similar grades in Mesquite, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Kids Discovery Academy Inc. (this school) | 6.6 |
| PORTER EL | 6.1 |
| KIMBROUGH MIDDLE | 6.4 |
| BEASLEY EL | 5.8 |
| KIMBALL EL | 7.0 |
| EDUCATION CENTER INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY 1 | 6.6 |
| POTEET H S | 5.9 |
| AUSTIN EL | 7.5 |
| CANNADAY EL | 6.4 |
| NORTH MESQUITE H S | 6.5 |
| FLORENCE EL | 5.5 |
| SHANDS EL | 5.6 |
| VANSTON MIDDLE | 6.1 |
| MCKENZIE EL | 7.0 |
| LAWRENCE EL | 7.3 |
| MCDONALD MIDDLE | 5.1 |
| TOSCH EL | 5.2 |
| WILKINSON MIDDLE | 6.5 |
| MOTLEY EL | 7.9 |
| TISINGER EL | 5.8 |
| LARRY G SMITH EL | 7.8 |
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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.
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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
933 BARNES BRIDGE RD, Mesquite, TX 75150
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kids Discovery Academy Inc. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLASSICAL CENTER AT VIAL EL (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Garland), which scores notably higher. Another option is AUSTIN EL (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, KIMBALL EL (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mesquite, see our Mesquite schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PORTER EL Mesquite | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| BEASLEY EL Mesquite | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| KIMBROUGH MIDDLE Mesquite | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| APPLESEED ACADEMY Mesquite | 0.6 mi | — |
| KIMBALL EL Mesquite | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| EDUCATION CENTER INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY 1 Mesquite | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| POTEET H S Mesquite | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| AUSTIN EL Mesquite | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| CANNADAY EL Mesquite | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| NORTH MESQUITE H S Mesquite | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| CLASSICAL CENTER AT VIAL EL Garland | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| PRICE EL Garland | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| FLORENCE EL Mesquite | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| SHANDS EL Mesquite | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| TOLER EL Garland | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| EASTRIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mesquite | 2.1 mi | — |
| WILKINSON MIDDLE Mesquite | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| VANSTON MIDDLE Mesquite | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| MCDONALD MIDDLE Mesquite | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| TOSCH EL Mesquite | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75150 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,985
Median Home Value
$221,000
Median Rent
$1,387/mo
Population
63,023
College Educated
19.9%
Homeownership
52.3%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
33.5
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|---|---|
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hempstead, TX | 6.6 |
| JOSHUA 1:9 LEARNING CENTER Porter, TX | 6.6 |
| ST MICHAELS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cuero, TX | 6.6 |
| ST PAULS EPISCOPAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Antonio, TX | 6.6 |
| ALDEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL, LLC Flower Mound, TX | 6.5 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH SCHOOL Beeville, TX | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kids Discovery Academy Inc.
What grades does Kids Discovery Academy Inc. serve?
Kids Discovery Academy Inc. serves students in grades Pre-K through T1.
How many students attend Kids Discovery Academy Inc.?
Kids Discovery Academy Inc. has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kids Discovery Academy Inc.?
The student-teacher ratio at Kids Discovery Academy Inc. is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Kids Discovery Academy Inc. rank in TX?
Kids Discovery Academy Inc. ranks #381 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Kids Discovery Academy Inc.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Kids Discovery Academy Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Kids Discovery Academy Inc. a private school?
Yes, Kids Discovery Academy Inc. 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 Kids Discovery Academy Inc. a religious school?
No, Kids Discovery Academy Inc. is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – T1
- Enrollment
- 61
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 10 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (972) 698-9338
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