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#521 of 883 private schools in TX
St Monica Catholic School
Elementary School
4140 WALNUT HILL LN, Dallas, TX 75229
Enrollment
688
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
688
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#521 of 883
In Dallas
#45 of 79
public schools
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St Monica Catholic School
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About St Monica Catholic School
St Monica Catholic School is a private elementary school in Dallas, TX. St Monica Catholic School serves approximately 688 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Monica Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #521 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Monica Catholic 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 Monica Catholic School compares to 324 public schools serving similar grades in Dallas, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Monica Catholic School (this school) | 6.1 |
| WALNUT HILL INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY | 7.4 |
| STEPHEN C FOSTER EL | 7.1 |
| LEONIDES GONZALEZ CIGARROA MD EL | 7.7 |
| HARRY C WITHERS EL | 8.6 |
| DAVID G BURNET EL | 7.4 |
| SUDIE L WILLIAMS TALENTED AND GIFTED ACADEMY | 8.4 |
| JOHN J PERSHING EL | 7.3 |
| UPLIFT TRIUMPH PREPARATORY SCHOOL | 3.3 |
| JOSE 'JOE' MAY EL | 4.2 |
| EVERETTE LEE DEGOLYER EL | 8.6 |
| F P CAILLET EL | 6.5 |
| FRANCISCO PANCHO MEDRANO J H | 6.9 |
| JULIAN T SALDIVAR EL | 5.5 |
| THOMAS C MARSH MIDDLE | 5.0 |
| HENRY W LONGFELLOW CAREER EXPLORATION ACADEMY | 9.3 |
| LETOT CAMPUS | 5.6 |
| K B POLK CENTER FOR ACADEMICALLY TALENTED & GIFTED | 7.5 |
| PRESTON HOLLOW EL | 6.7 |
| TOM C GOOCH EL | 7.4 |
| HYER EL | 9.3 |
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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.
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
4140 WALNUT HILL LN, Dallas, TX 75229
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Monica Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARRY C WITHERS EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EVERETTE LEE DEGOLYER EL (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WESLEY PREP (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THOMAS JEFFERSON H S Dallas | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF DALLAS PK-12 Dallas | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| WALNUT HILL INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Dallas | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| OAK HILL ACADEMY Dallas | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| URSULINE ACADEMY OF DALLAS Dallas | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| STEPHEN C FOSTER EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| WESLEY PREP Dallas | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| WESLEY PREP Dallas | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| HARRY C WITHERS EL Dallas | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| LEONIDES GONZALEZ CIGARROA MD EL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| MEADOWBROOK SCHOOL Dallas | 1.6 mi | — |
| SUDIE L WILLIAMS TALENTED AND GIFTED ACADEMY Dallas | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| DAVID G BURNET EL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| CARLISLE SCHOOL Dallas | 2.0 mi | — |
| UPLIFT TRIUMPH PREPARATORY SCHOOL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 3.3 |
| JOHN J PERSHING EL Dallas | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| THE HOCKADAY SCHOOL Dallas | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| GRACE ACADEMY OF DALLAS Dallas | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| EVERETTE LEE DEGOLYER EL Dallas | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75229 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,381
Median Home Value
$598,500
Median Rent
$1,522/mo
Population
33,924
College Educated
50.1%
Homeownership
69.3%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
37.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Monica Catholic School
What grades does St Monica Catholic School serve?
St Monica Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Monica Catholic School?
St Monica Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 688 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Monica Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Monica Catholic School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Monica Catholic School rank in TX?
St Monica Catholic School ranks #521 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is St Monica Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Monica Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Monica Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Monica Catholic 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 Monica Catholic School a religious school?
St Monica Catholic 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
- 688
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (214) 351-5688
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