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#616 of 883 private schools in TX
St Rita Catholic School
Elementary School
12525 INWOOD RD, Dallas, TX 75244
Enrollment
701
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
701
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#616 of 883
In Dallas
#55 of 79
public schools
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St Rita Catholic 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 Rita Catholic School
St Rita Catholic School is a private elementary school in Dallas, TX. St Rita Catholic School serves approximately 701 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Rita Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #616 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Rita 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 Rita Catholic School compares to 324 public schools serving similar grades in Dallas, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Rita Catholic School (this school) | 5.7 |
| NATHAN ADAMS EL | 6.0 |
| PRESTONWOOD MONTESSORI AT E D WALKER | 7.9 |
| EWELL D WALKER MIDDLE | 6.2 |
| TOM C GOOCH EL | 7.4 |
| THOMAS C MARSH MIDDLE | 5.0 |
| ANNE FRANK EL | 7.7 |
| HARRY C WITHERS EL | 8.6 |
| GEORGE B DEALEY MONTESSORI ACADEMY | 9.6 |
| JOHN J PERSHING EL | 7.3 |
| ARTHUR KRAMER EL | 8.1 |
| CHAPEL HILL PREPARATORY-A PERSONALIZED LRNING SCH | 6.7 |
| SPRING VALLEY EL | 2.9 |
| EVERETTE LEE DEGOLYER EL | 8.6 |
| NORTHWOOD HILLS EL | 5.4 |
| WALNUT HILL INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY | 7.4 |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN INTERNATIONAL EXPLORATORY ACAD | 7.2 |
| PRESTON HOLLOW EL | 6.7 |
| PRESTONWOOD EL | 8.2 |
| RISD ACAD | 2.1 |
| DOBIE PRE-KINDERGARTEN SCHOOL | 5.4 |
Showing 20 of 324 schools. View all schools in Dallas
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
12525 INWOOD RD, Dallas, TX 75244
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Rita Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARRY C WITHERS EL (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PRESTONWOOD MONTESSORI AT E D WALKER (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ANNE FRANK EL (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JESUIT COLLEGE PREP SCHOOL Dallas | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| NATHAN ADAMS EL Dallas | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| EWELL D WALKER MIDDLE Dallas | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| PRESTONWOOD MONTESSORI AT E D WALKER Dallas | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| W T WHITE H S Dallas | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| THE LAMPLIGHTER SCHOOL Dallas | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| THE HOCKADAY SCHOOL Dallas | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| GRACE ACADEMY OF DALLAS Dallas | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| DALLAS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Dallas | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| ALCUIN SCHOOL Dallas | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| VANGUARD PREPARATORY SCHOOL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| TOM C GOOCH EL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| THE WINSTON SCHOOL Dallas | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| ANNE FRANK EL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| PARISH EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Dallas | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| THE WESTWOOD SCHOOL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| GREENHILL SCHOOL Addison | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| HARRY C WITHERS EL Dallas | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| THOMAS C MARSH MIDDLE Dallas | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75244 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$112,800
Median Home Value
$578,200
Median Rent
$1,918/mo
Population
13,105
College Educated
66.8%
Homeownership
53.5%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
37.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALMEDA EL Houston, TX | 5.7 |
| ATHERTON EL Arlington, TX | 5.7 |
| BARBARA JORDAN EL Dallas, TX | 5.7 |
| BAY EL Seabrook, TX | 5.7 |
| BONHAM EL Midland, TX | 5.7 |
| BREEDEN EL Brownsville, TX | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Rita Catholic School
What grades does St Rita Catholic School serve?
St Rita Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Rita Catholic School?
St Rita Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 701 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Rita Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Rita Catholic School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Rita Catholic School rank in TX?
St Rita Catholic School ranks #616 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is St Rita Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Rita Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Rita Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Rita 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 Rita Catholic School a religious school?
St Rita 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
- 701
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (972) 239-3203
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