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#277 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 31% of private schools
St Bernard of Clairvaux School
Elementary School
1420 OLD GATE LN, Dallas, TX 75218
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#277 of 883
In Dallas
#28 of 79
public schools
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St Bernard of Clairvaux School
Elementary School in Dallas · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Bernard of Clairvaux School
St Bernard of Clairvaux School is a private elementary school in Dallas, TX. St Bernard of Clairvaux School serves approximately 128 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Bernard of Clairvaux School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #277 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 128 students, St Bernard of Clairvaux School 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 9:1 students to teachers, St Bernard of Clairvaux School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Bernard of Clairvaux 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Bernard of Clairvaux School compares to 324 public schools serving similar grades in Dallas, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Bernard of Clairvaux School (this school) | 6.9 |
| W H GASTON MIDDLE | 6.2 |
| ALEX SANGER PREPARATORY SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| REINHARDT EL | 8.1 |
| S S CONNER EL | 6.7 |
| GEORGE W TRUETT EL | 7.8 |
| PREK PARTNERSHIP CENTER | 5.7 |
| VICTOR H HEXTER EL | 7.0 |
| BAYLES EL | 6.9 |
| HAROLD WENDELL LANG SR MIDDLE | 6.1 |
| EDWIN J KIEST EL | 6.2 |
| EDUARDO MATA MONTESSORI SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| ROBERT T HILL MIDDLE | 7.4 |
| CASA VIEW EL | 7.3 |
| MARTHA TURNER REILLY EL | 7.8 |
| UPLIFT LUNA SECONDARY SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| UPLIFT LUNA PREPARATORY PRI | 1.9 |
| LAKEWOOD EL | 9.6 |
| UPLIFT WHITE ROCK HILLS PREP | 7.8 |
| BUCKNER TERRACE MONTESSORI | 7.4 |
| CHARLES A GILL EL | 7.3 |
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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
1420 OLD GATE LN, Dallas, TX 75218
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Bernard of Clairvaux School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALEX SANGER PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is REINHARDT EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GEORGE W TRUETT EL (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CLASSICAL SCHOOL OF DALLAS Dallas | 0.3 mi | 3.1 |
| W H GASTON MIDDLE Dallas | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| ALEX SANGER PREPARATORY SCHOOL Dallas | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| DALLAS ACADEMY Dallas | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| REINHARDT EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| WHITE ROCK MONTESSORI Dallas | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| S S CONNER EL Dallas | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| GEORGE W TRUETT EL Dallas | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| PREK PARTNERSHIP CENTER Dallas | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| BRYAN ADAMS H S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Dallas | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| VICTOR H HEXTER EL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| BISHOP LYNCH HIGH SCHOOL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| BAYLES EL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| HAROLD WENDELL LANG SR MIDDLE Dallas | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| ROBERT T HILL MIDDLE Dallas | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| EDUARDO MATA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dallas | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| MARTHA TURNER REILLY EL Dallas | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| EDWIN J KIEST EL Dallas | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| CASA VIEW EL Dallas | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| UPLIFT WHITE ROCK HILLS PREP Dallas | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,677
Median Home Value
$476,000
Median Rent
$1,651/mo
Population
22,028
College Educated
61.4%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
40.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Bernard of Clairvaux School
What grades does St Bernard of Clairvaux School serve?
St Bernard of Clairvaux School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Bernard of Clairvaux School?
St Bernard of Clairvaux School has an enrollment of approximately 128 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Bernard of Clairvaux School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Bernard of Clairvaux School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Bernard of Clairvaux School rank in TX?
St Bernard of Clairvaux School ranks #277 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is St Bernard of Clairvaux School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Bernard of Clairvaux School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Bernard of Clairvaux School a private school?
Yes, St Bernard of Clairvaux School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Bernard of Clairvaux School a religious school?
St Bernard of Clairvaux School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 128
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (214) 321-2897
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