Average
#554 of 883 private schools in TX
Qalam Collegiate Academy
High School
401 N BOWSER RD STE 101, Richardson, TX 75081
Enrollment
88
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
88
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#554 of 883
In Richardson
#5 of 6
public schools
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About Qalam Collegiate Academy
Qalam Collegiate Academy is a private high school in Richardson, TX. Qalam Collegiate Academy serves approximately 88 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Qalam Collegiate Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #554 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 88 students, Qalam Collegiate 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 6.6:1 students to teachers, Qalam Collegiate Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Qalam Collegiate 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 Qalam Collegiate Academy compares to 37 public schools serving similar grades in Richardson, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Qalam Collegiate Academy (this school) | 6.0 |
| RICHARDSON TERRACE EL | 7.2 |
| MARK TWAIN EL | 4.6 |
| MATH/SCIENCE/TECH MAGNET | 9.0 |
| JESS HARBEN EL | 6.8 |
| APOLLO J H | 6.0 |
| JJAEP | — |
| DARTMOUTH EL | 7.2 |
| NORTHRICH EL | 6.3 |
| RICHLAND EL | 4.2 |
| CHRISTA MCAULIFFE LEARNING CENTER | 4.8 |
| BERKNER H S | 5.2 |
| YALE EL | 7.5 |
| RICHARDSON HEIGHTS EL | 6.7 |
| SPRINGRIDGE EL | 7.2 |
| PRAIRIE CREEK EL | 9.5 |
| EVOLUTION ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL | 3.8 |
| RICHARDSON NORTH J H | 7.7 |
| GREENWOOD HILLS EL | 4.9 |
| CANYON CREEK EL | 9.2 |
| DOVER EL | 3.7 |
Showing 20 of 37 schools. View all schools in Richardson
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
401 N BOWSER RD STE 101, Richardson, TX 75081
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Qalam Collegiate Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BERKNER H S (rated 5.2/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WINFREE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (RICHARDSON) (rated 4.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Carrollton), a more accessible option. For more schools in Richardson, see our Richardson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RICHARDSON TERRACE EL Richardson | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| MARK TWAIN EL Richardson | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| SALAM ACADEMY Richardson | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| MATH/SCIENCE/TECH MAGNET Richardson | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| JESS HARBEN EL Richardson | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| WINFREE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (RICHARDSON) Carrollton | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| APOLLO J H Richardson | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| JJAEP Richardson | 1.3 mi | — |
| I A N T QURANIC ACADEMY Richardson | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| RICHLAND EL Richardson | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| NORTHRICH EL Richardson | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| PRAIRIE CREEK EL Richardson | 1.7 mi | 9.5 |
| DARTMOUTH EL Richardson | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| CHRISTA MCAULIFFE LEARNING CENTER Richardson | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| BERKNER H S Richardson | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| CARE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Richardson | 1.8 mi | — |
| YALE EL Richardson | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| SPRINGRIDGE EL Richardson | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| RICHARDSON HEIGHTS EL Richardson | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| LIBERTY J H Dallas | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75081 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,953
Median Home Value
$340,600
Median Rent
$1,765/mo
Population
36,065
College Educated
44.9%
Homeownership
50.5%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
35.3
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| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-SAN BENITO San Benito, TX | 6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Qalam Collegiate Academy
What grades does Qalam Collegiate Academy serve?
Qalam Collegiate Academy serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Qalam Collegiate Academy?
Qalam Collegiate Academy has an enrollment of approximately 88 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Qalam Collegiate Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Qalam Collegiate Academy is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Qalam Collegiate Academy rank in TX?
Qalam Collegiate Academy ranks #554 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Qalam Collegiate Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Qalam Collegiate Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Qalam Collegiate Academy a private school?
Yes, Qalam Collegiate Academy is a private all-girls school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Qalam Collegiate Academy a religious school?
Qalam Collegiate Academy has a Islamic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 88
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 7.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (972) 437-2526
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