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#191 of 884 private schools in TX

Top 22% of private schools

Poetry Community Christian School

School

18688 FM 986, Terrell, TX 75160

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on TX statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

236

Student-Teacher

7.2:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

Texas schools

#81 of 348

About Poetry Community Christian School

Poetry Community Christian School serves 236 students in grades kindergarten through 12 in Terrell, Texas. This regular public school maintains an impressive 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio with 33 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for personalized attention and strong student-educator relationships. The school has earned recognition for its academic performance, receiving an 8.5 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #266 out of 884 schools statewide, placing it in the 70th percentile among Texas schools.

This solid ranking reflects the school's commitment to educational excellence across all grade levels, from elementary through high school. Poetry Community Christian School draws students from the surrounding area where the median household income is $67,102 and median home values are $186,600. The community has a 13.8% poverty rate, with 20% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher.

Families in this ZIP code of nearly 26,000 residents value education and community involvement. The school's rural setting in Kaufman County provides students with a close-knit learning environment away from urban distractions, fostering strong community bonds and allowing students to develop meaningful relationships with both peers and faculty throughout their educational journey.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 7.2:1, Poetry Community Christian School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Poetry Community Christian School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Located in a rural area, Poetry Community Christian School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$6,830
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$7,192
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
1.05x — Stable
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
80%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$2.8M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 236 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Poetry Community Christian School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Terrell, TX

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.2:1
This School
vs
15.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
236
This School
vs
610
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.3
This School
vs
5.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 85.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.4% vs 0%
Black 2.1% vs 0%
Asian 0.8% vs 0%
Poetry Community Christian School Terrell Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Poetry Community Christian School (this school) 7.3
TERRELL H S 6.1
J W LONG EL 4.2
DR BRUCE WOOD EL 5.1
TISD CHILD & ADOLESCENT SCHOOL
HERMAN FURLOUGH JR MIDDLE 5.5
GLOBAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY 8.1
TERRELL ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER/PHOENIX SCH 5.9
GILBERT WILLIE SR EL 3.6

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 8.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,435
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 27%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 236
View data sources

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)

White 85.2%
Hispanic 6.4%
Two or More 5.5%
Black 2.1%
Asian 0.8%

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 8.1/10, 6.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ANITA SCOTT EL (rated 8.1/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Royse City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HARRY HERNDON EL (rated 7.1/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Royse City), with a very similar rating. 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 6.1
J W LONG EL Terrell 4.8 mi 4.2
DR BRUCE WOOD EL Terrell 5.1 mi 5.1
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH KINDERGARTEN Terrell 5.5 mi
TISD CHILD & ADOLESCENT SCHOOL Terrell 5.8 mi
HERMAN FURLOUGH JR MIDDLE Terrell 6.0 mi 5.5
TERRELL ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER/PHOENIX SCH Terrell 6.3 mi 5.9
GLOBAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Terrell 6.3 mi 8.1
W H BURNETT EL Terrell 6.9 mi 5.3
GILBERT WILLIE SR EL Terrell 7.4 mi 3.6
WH FORD H S Quinlan 8.0 mi 5.6
D C CANNON EL Quinlan 8.7 mi 4.3
A E BUTLER INT Quinlan 8.8 mi 6.1
C B THOMPSON MIDDLE Quinlan 9.4 mi 6.3
PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (PTAA) ROYSE CITY EL Dallas 10.2 mi 4.6
W R (BILL) FORT EL Royse City 10.6 mi 5.9
ROYSE CITY H S Royse City 10.8 mi 5.7
HARRY HERNDON EL Royse City 10.4 mi 7.1
LUPE GARCIA EL Rockwall 10.2 mi 5.0
ANITA SCOTT EL Royse City 11.0 mi 8.1

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Poetry Community Christian School has a median household income of $70,862. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $221,900, with a median rent of $1,177/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.7%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ALHAMEED BOYS AND AMATUR RAHMAN GIRLS ACADEMIES Garland, TX 7.3
LOMETA SCHOOL Lometa, TX 7.3
NORTHSIDE SCHOOL Vernon, TX 7.3
PIONEER TECHNOLOGY AND ARTS ACADEMY NORTH DALLAS Dallas, TX 7.3
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bryan, TX 7.3
THE BANFF SCHOOL Houston, TX 7.3

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 is ranked #191 out of 884 private schools in TX.

What is Poetry Community Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Poetry Community Christian School has a composite rating of 7.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
0 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (1,862/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Terrell). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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