Very Good
#191 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 22% of private schools
Poetry Community Christian School
School
18688 FM 986, Terrell, TX 75160
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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About Poetry Community Christian School
Poetry Community Christian School is a private school in Terrell, TX. Poetry Community Christian School serves approximately 236 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Poetry Community Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #191 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.2:1 students to teachers, Poetry Community Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Poetry Community Christian 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.
Poetry Community Christian School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Poetry Community Christian School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Terrell, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Poetry Community Christian School (this school) | 7.3 |
| TERRELL H S | 4.1 |
| J W LONG EL | 6.2 |
| DR BRUCE WOOD EL | 7.0 |
| TISD CHILD & ADOLESCENT SCHOOL | — |
| HERMAN FURLOUGH JR MIDDLE | 4.3 |
| GLOBAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY | 9.4 |
| TERRELL ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER/PHOENIX SCH | 4.1 |
| GILBERT WILLIE SR EL | 6.2 |
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
18688 FM 986, Terrell, TX 75160
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Poetry Community Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. GLOBAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 9.4/10, 6.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is D C CANNON EL (rated 8.4/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Quinlan), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARRY HERNDON EL (rated 8.0/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Royse City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Terrell, see our Terrell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TERRELL H S Terrell | 4.6 mi | 4.1 |
| J W LONG EL Terrell | 4.8 mi | 6.2 |
| DR BRUCE WOOD EL Terrell | 5.1 mi | 7.0 |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH KINDERGARTEN Terrell | 5.5 mi | — |
| TISD CHILD & ADOLESCENT SCHOOL Terrell | 5.8 mi | — |
| HERMAN FURLOUGH JR MIDDLE Terrell | 6.0 mi | 4.3 |
| TERRELL ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER/PHOENIX SCH Terrell | 6.3 mi | 4.1 |
| GLOBAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Terrell | 6.3 mi | 9.4 |
| W H BURNETT EL Terrell | 6.9 mi | 3.5 |
| GILBERT WILLIE SR EL Terrell | 7.4 mi | 6.2 |
| WH FORD H S Quinlan | 8.0 mi | 4.8 |
| D C CANNON EL Quinlan | 8.7 mi | 8.4 |
| A E BUTLER INT Quinlan | 8.8 mi | 3.3 |
| C B THOMPSON MIDDLE Quinlan | 9.4 mi | 4.2 |
| PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (PTAA) ROYSE CITY EL Dallas | 10.2 mi | 7.7 |
| W R (BILL) FORT EL Royse City | 10.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ROYSE CITY H S Royse City | 10.8 mi | 5.7 |
| HARRY HERNDON EL Royse City | 10.4 mi | 8.0 |
| LUPE GARCIA EL Rockwall | 10.2 mi | 3.4 |
| ANITA SCOTT EL Royse City | 11.0 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75160 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,862
Median Home Value
$221,900
Median Rent
$1,177/mo
Population
26,145
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
35.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Poetry Community Christian School
What grades does Poetry Community Christian School serve?
Poetry Community Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Poetry Community Christian School?
Poetry Community Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 236 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Poetry Community Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Poetry Community Christian School is 7.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Poetry Community Christian School rank in TX?
Poetry Community Christian School ranks #191 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Poetry Community Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Poetry Community Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Poetry Community Christian School a private school?
Yes, Poetry Community Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Poetry Community Christian School a religious school?
Poetry Community Christian School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 236
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 8.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Kaufman County
- Phone
- (972) 563-7227
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