Very Good
#165 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 19% of private schools
Kirby Hall School
School
306 W 29TH ST, Austin, TX 78705
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#165 of 883
In Austin
#12 of 57
public schools
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About Kirby Hall School
Kirby Hall School is a private school in Austin, TX. Kirby Hall School serves approximately 94 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Kirby Hall School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #165 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 94 students, Kirby Hall 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 5.5:1 students to teachers, Kirby Hall School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Kirby Hall 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 Kirby Hall School compares to 255 public schools serving similar grades in Austin, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Kirby Hall School (this school) | 7.4 |
| HELPING HAND | — |
| LEE EL | 8.6 |
| BRYKER WOODS EL | 8.9 |
| UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN H S | 3.1 |
| TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED | 3.0 |
| MAPLEWOOD EL | 8.3 |
| AUSTIN ISD PREK PARTNERSHIP (PKP) | 3.3 |
| CASIS EL | 8.9 |
| MATHEWS EL | 8.2 |
| GARZA INDEPENDENCE H S | 4.0 |
| CAMPBELL EL | 4.4 |
| AUSTIN ST HOSPITAL | — |
| RIDGETOP EL | 9.0 |
| KEALING MIDDLE | 8.5 |
| O HENRY MIDDLE | 6.8 |
| AUSTIN H S | 7.1 |
| BLACKSHEAR EL | 3.7 |
| MCCALLUM H S | 7.7 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - AUSTIN | 3.9 |
| SANCHEZ EL | 2.6 |
Showing 20 of 255 schools. View all schools in Austin
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
306 W 29TH ST, Austin, TX 78705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kirby Hall School may also want to explore other schools in the area. HEADWATERS SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is HEADWATERS SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL AUSTIN Austin | 0.2 mi | — |
| HELPING HAND Austin | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Austin | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| HYDE PARK SCHOOL Austin | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| LONG-VIEW MICRO SCHOOL Austin | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| AHB COMMUNITY SCHOOL Austin | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| LEE EL Austin | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| BRYKER WOODS EL Austin | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| ACE ACADEMY Austin | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN H S Austin | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| HYDE PARK MONTESSORI Austin | 1.0 mi | — |
| THE AUSTIN SCHOOL FOR PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS Austin | 1.4 mi | — |
| TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED Austin | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| ODYSSEY SCHOOL Austin | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| HUNTINGTON-SURREY HIGH SCHOOL Austin | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| HEADWATERS SCHOOL Austin | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| HEADWATERS SCHOOL Austin | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| CATHEDRAL SCHOOL OF ST MARY Austin | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| AUSTIN ISD PREK PARTNERSHIP (PKP) Austin | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| MATHEWS EL Austin | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$30,336
Median Home Value
$627,900
Median Rent
$1,520/mo
Population
32,937
College Educated
79.8%
Homeownership
11.6%
Avg Commute
16.6 min
Poverty Rate
47.9%
Median Age
21.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Plano, TX | 7.4 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orange, TX | 7.4 |
| COTTON CENTER SCHOOL Cotton Center, TX | 7.4 |
| TOWN EAST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Antonio, TX | 7.4 |
| UVALDE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Uvalde, TX | 7.4 |
| LEGACY CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Haslet, TX | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kirby Hall School
What grades does Kirby Hall School serve?
Kirby Hall School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Kirby Hall School?
Kirby Hall School has an enrollment of approximately 94 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kirby Hall School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kirby Hall School 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 Kirby Hall School rank in TX?
Kirby Hall School ranks #165 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Kirby Hall School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kirby Hall School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Kirby Hall School a private school?
Yes, Kirby Hall School 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 Kirby Hall School a religious school?
No, Kirby Hall School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 94
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Travis County
- Phone
- (512) 474-1770
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