Very Good
#135 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 15% of private schools
Promise Academy
Elementary School
504 W 32ND ST, Tyler, TX 75702
Enrollment
68
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
68
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#135 of 883
In Tyler
#1 of 9
public schools
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Promise Academy
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About Promise Academy
Promise Academy is a private elementary school in Tyler, TX. Promise Academy serves approximately 68 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Promise Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #135 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 68 students, Promise Academy 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 7.3:1 students to teachers, Promise Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Promise Academy 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 Promise Academy compares to 25 public schools serving similar grades in Tyler, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Promise Academy (this school) | 7.6 |
| GRIFFIN EL | 5.6 |
| T J AUSTIN EL | 4.6 |
| DOUGLAS EL | 6.5 |
| RAMEY EL | 6.3 |
| ORR EL | 4.7 |
| CALDWELL ARTS ACADEMY | 9.0 |
| BONNER EL | 7.9 |
| PEETE EL | 4.9 |
| JONES EL | 6.6 |
| BELL EL | 7.2 |
| BIRDWELL SCHOOL | 8.6 |
| DIXIE EL | 5.8 |
| WOODS EL | 7.9 |
| CLARKSTON EL | 6.0 |
| WISE EL | 6.3 |
| CUMBERLAND ACADEMY UPPER EL | 3.4 |
| CUMBERLAND ACADEMY LOWER EL | 3.1 |
| UT TYLER UNIVERSITY ACADEMY AT TYLER | 7.9 |
| RICE EL | 6.2 |
| THE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY | 9.1 |
Showing 20 of 25 schools. View all schools in Tyler
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
504 W 32ND ST, Tyler, TX 75702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Promise Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CALDWELL ARTS ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BIRDWELL SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BONNER EL (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tyler, see our Tyler schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRIFFIN EL Tyler | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| T J AUSTIN EL Tyler | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| DOUGLAS EL Tyler | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| PREMIER H S OF TYLER Lewisville | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| RAMEY EL Tyler | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| CALDWELL ARTS ACADEMY Tyler | 2.2 mi | 9.0 |
| BONNER EL Tyler | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| ORR EL Tyler | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| BOULTER MIDDLE Tyler | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| PEETE EL Tyler | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
| TYLER H S Tyler | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| JONES EL Tyler | 3.1 mi | 6.6 |
| TRINITY CHARTER SCHOOLS - VIRTUAL RECLAIM ACADEMY Tyler | 3.2 mi | 4.2 |
| TYLER ISD EARLY COLLEGE H S Tyler | 3.4 mi | 7.1 |
| ALVIN V ANDERSON RISE ACADEMY Tyler | 3.4 mi | 6.9 |
| MOORE MIDDLE Tyler | 3.4 mi | 5.9 |
| BIRDWELL SCHOOL Tyler | 3.6 mi | 8.6 |
| BELL EL Tyler | 3.6 mi | 7.2 |
| ACUTE CHILDRENS MONTESSORI ACADEMY Tyler | 3.6 mi | — |
| GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL Tyler | 4.0 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,177
Median Home Value
$99,700
Median Rent
$906/mo
Population
28,095
College Educated
8.3%
Homeownership
54.9%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
31.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Galveston, TX | 7.6 |
| NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Plano, TX | 7.6 |
| QUBA ACADEMY Houston, TX | 7.6 |
| TRUE CROSS CATHOLTIC SCHOOL - DICKINSON Dickinson, TX | 7.6 |
| FIREWHEEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Garland, TX | 7.5 |
| REDEEMER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Irving, TX | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Promise Academy
What grades does Promise Academy serve?
Promise Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Promise Academy?
Promise Academy has an enrollment of approximately 68 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Promise Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Promise Academy is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Promise Academy rank in TX?
Promise Academy ranks #135 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Promise Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Promise Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Promise Academy a private school?
Yes, Promise Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Promise Academy a religious school?
Promise Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 68
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Smith County
- Phone
- (903) 630-7369
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