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#319 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 36% of private schools
Salam Academy
School
735 N PLANO RD STE 100, Richardson, TX 75081
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#319 of 883
In Richardson
#4 of 6
public schools
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About Salam Academy
Salam Academy is a private school in Richardson, TX. Salam Academy serves approximately 145 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Salam Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #319 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 145 students, Salam 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 9.3:1 students to teachers, Salam Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Salam 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 Salam Academy compares to 37 public schools serving similar grades in Richardson, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Salam Academy (this school) | 6.8 |
| APOLLO J H | 6.0 |
| MARK TWAIN EL | 4.6 |
| DARTMOUTH EL | 7.2 |
| YALE EL | 7.5 |
| RICHARDSON TERRACE EL | 7.2 |
| JESS HARBEN EL | 6.8 |
| SPRINGRIDGE EL | 7.2 |
| BERKNER H S | 5.2 |
| PRAIRIE CREEK EL | 9.5 |
| MATH/SCIENCE/TECH MAGNET | 9.0 |
| NORTHRICH EL | 6.3 |
| JJAEP | — |
| RICHLAND EL | 4.2 |
| CHRISTA MCAULIFFE LEARNING CENTER | 4.8 |
| RICHARDSON HEIGHTS EL | 6.7 |
| RICHARDSON NORTH J H | 7.7 |
| CANYON CREEK EL | 9.2 |
| GREENWOOD HILLS EL | 4.9 |
| EVOLUTION ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL | 3.8 |
| ALDRIDGE EL | 7.6 |
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
735 N PLANO RD STE 100, Richardson, TX 75081
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Salam Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. PRAIRIE CREEK EL (rated 9.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MATH/SCIENCE/TECH MAGNET (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BIG SPRINGS EL (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Garland), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Richardson, see our Richardson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| APOLLO J H Richardson | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| MARK TWAIN EL Richardson | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| DARTMOUTH EL Richardson | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| YALE EL Richardson | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| QALAM COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Richardson | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| CARE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Richardson | 1.1 mi | — |
| JESS HARBEN EL Richardson | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| RICHARDSON TERRACE EL Richardson | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| SPRINGRIDGE EL Richardson | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| BERKNER H S Richardson | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| WINFREE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (RICHARDSON) Carrollton | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| HICKMAN EL Garland | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF N. RICHARDSON @ LOOKOUT Richardson | 1.7 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Richardson | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| BIG SPRINGS EL Garland | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| PRAIRIE CREEK EL Richardson | 1.8 mi | 9.5 |
| MATH/SCIENCE/TECH MAGNET Richardson | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| O HENRY EL Garland | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| JJAEP Richardson | 2.1 mi | — |
| ILTEXAS GARLAND H S Garland | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Salam Academy
What grades does Salam Academy serve?
Salam Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Salam Academy?
Salam Academy has an enrollment of approximately 145 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Salam Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Salam Academy is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Salam Academy rank in TX?
Salam Academy ranks #319 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Salam Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Salam Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Salam Academy a private school?
Yes, Salam Academy is a private coeducational 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 Salam Academy a religious school?
Salam Academy has a Islamic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 145
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (972) 704-4373
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