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#342 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 39% of private schools
O'connell College Preparatory School
High School
1320 23RD ST, Galveston, TX 77550
Enrollment
69
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
69
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#342 of 883
In Galveston
#2 of 4
public schools
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About O'connell College Preparatory School
O'connell College Preparatory School is a private high school in Galveston, TX. O'connell College Preparatory School serves approximately 69 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. O'connell College Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #342 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 69 students, O'connell College Preparatory 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 9.1:1 students to teachers, O'connell College Preparatory School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
O'connell College Preparatory 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 O'connell College Preparatory School compares to the 15 public schools in Galveston, TX
Student Demographics
All Schools in Galveston
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| O'connell College Preparatory School (this school) | 6.7 |
| MOODY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER | 5.6 |
| AUSTIN MIDDLE | 6.9 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE | 5.6 |
| ROSENBERG EL LABORATORY FOR LEARNING AND LEADING | 7.6 |
| MORGAN EL MAGNET SCHOOL | 8.9 |
| BALL H S | 5.0 |
| AIM COLLEGE & CAREER PREP | 6.6 |
| AMBASSADORS PREPARATORY ACADEMY | 6.0 |
| BURNET EL | 5.5 |
| ODYSSEY ACADEMY - GALVESTON | 5.4 |
| PARKER EL | 8.0 |
| WEIS | 3.9 |
| OPPE EL | 8.4 |
| CRENSHAW EL AND MIDDLE | 7.5 |
| GALVESTON CO J J A E P | — |
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
1320 23RD ST, Galveston, TX 77550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering O'connell College Preparatory School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. AIM COLLEGE & CAREER PREP (rated 6.6/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is WOODROW WILSON DAEP (rated 5.4/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Texas City), a more accessible option. Additionally, BALL H S (rated 5.0/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Galveston, see our Galveston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOODY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Galveston | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Galveston | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| SATORI SCHOOL Galveston | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| AUSTIN MIDDLE Galveston | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE Galveston | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| UPWARD HOPE ACADEMY Galveston | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| ROSENBERG EL LABORATORY FOR LEARNING AND LEADING Galveston | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| MORGAN EL MAGNET SCHOOL Galveston | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| BALL H S Galveston | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| AIM COLLEGE & CAREER PREP Galveston | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| AMBASSADORS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Galveston | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| BURNET EL Galveston | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| ODYSSEY ACADEMY - GALVESTON Galveston | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| PARKER EL Galveston | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| WEIS Galveston | 3.6 mi | 3.9 |
| OPPE EL Galveston | 4.3 mi | 8.4 |
| ROOSEVELT-WILSON EL Texas City | 9.6 mi | 4.7 |
| WOODROW WILSON DAEP Texas City | 9.7 mi | 5.4 |
| CALVARY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION MINISTRY Texas City | 9.9 mi | — |
| FRY INT Texas City | 10.1 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,262
Median Home Value
$283,800
Median Rent
$1,182/mo
Population
23,542
College Educated
32.9%
Homeownership
40.3%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
24.2%
Median Age
39.1
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|---|---|
| HUSTON ACADEMY Stephenville, TX | 6.8 |
| OPTIONS EARLY GRADUATION H S Texarkana, TX | 6.8 |
| ROUGHRIDER ACADEMY Center, TX | 6.8 |
| TEXAS EARLY COLLEGE H S Marshall, TX | 6.8 |
| AIM COLLEGE & CAREER PREP Galveston, TX | 6.6 |
| FRED W EDWARDS ACADEMY AEC Temple, TX | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about O'connell College Preparatory School
What grades does O'connell College Preparatory School serve?
O'connell College Preparatory School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend O'connell College Preparatory School?
O'connell College Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 69 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at O'connell College Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at O'connell College Preparatory School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does O'connell College Preparatory School rank in TX?
O'connell College Preparatory School ranks #342 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is O'connell College Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
O'connell College Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is O'connell College Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, O'connell College Preparatory School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is O'connell College Preparatory School a religious school?
O'connell College Preparatory School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 69
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Galveston County
- Phone
- (409) 765-5534
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