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#354 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 40% of private schools
The Highlands School
School
1451 E NORTHGATE DR, Irving, TX 75062
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#354 of 883
In Irving
#6 of 11
public schools
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The Highlands School
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About The Highlands School
The Highlands School is a private school in Irving, TX. The Highlands School serves approximately 277 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. The Highlands School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #354 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
The Highlands 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 The Highlands School compares to 52 public schools serving similar grades in Irving, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Highlands School (this school) | 6.7 |
| FARINE EL | 5.8 |
| KEYES EL | 3.6 |
| MACARTHUR H S | 4.7 |
| UNIVERSAL ACADEMY | 7.3 |
| GOOD EL | 4.1 |
| AUSTIN MIDDLE | 5.6 |
| PIERCE EARLY CHILDHOOD | 3.4 |
| IRVING H S | 4.6 |
| BARBARA CARDWELL CAREER PREPARATORY CENTER | 3.6 |
| GILBERT F M EL | 7.5 |
| BRANDENBURG EL | 5.8 |
| TRAVIS MIDDLE | 6.6 |
| LEE EL | 3.8 |
| JACK E SINGLEY ACADEMY | 7.2 |
| LORENZO DE ZAVALA MIDDLE | 6.5 |
| LIVELY EL | 3.8 |
| NORTH LAKE EARLY COLLEGE H S | 6.5 |
| BOWIE MIDDLE | 5.6 |
| CROCKETT MIDDLE | 4.4 |
| HALEY J EL | 2.9 |
Showing 20 of 52 schools. View all schools in Irving
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
1451 E NORTHGATE DR, Irving, TX 75062
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Highlands School may also want to explore other schools in the area. CISTERCIAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is REDEEMER MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GILBERT F M EL (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Irving, see our Irving schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CISTERCIAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Irving | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| REDEEMER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Irving | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| THE SLOAN SCHOOL Irving | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| FARINE EL Irving | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| KEYES EL Irving | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| GOOD EL Irving | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| AUSTIN MIDDLE Irving | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| PIERCE EARLY CHILDHOOD Irving | 1.9 mi | 3.4 |
| MACARTHUR H S Irving | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| UNIVERSAL ACADEMY Irving | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| GILBERT F M EL Irving | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| BARBARA CARDWELL CAREER PREPARATORY CENTER Irving | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| IRVING H S Irving | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| BRANDENBURG EL Irving | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| TRAVIS MIDDLE Irving | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| LEE EL Irving | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| LORENZO DE ZAVALA MIDDLE Irving | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| JACK E SINGLEY ACADEMY Irving | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| WESLEYAN ACADEME Irving | 2.3 mi | — |
| BOWIE MIDDLE Irving | 2.8 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,792
Median Home Value
$254,500
Median Rent
$1,419/mo
Population
52,756
College Educated
35.4%
Homeownership
44.1%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
31
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALLIANCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Worth, TX | 6.7 |
| BLACKWELL SCHOOL Blackwell, TX | 6.7 |
| JONESBORO SCHOOL Jonesboro, TX | 6.7 |
| KI CHARTER ACADEMY San Marcos, TX | 6.7 |
| NAZARENE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Crowley, TX | 6.7 |
| PROVIDENCE CLASSICAL SCHOOL Spring, TX | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Highlands School
What grades does The Highlands School serve?
The Highlands School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend The Highlands School?
The Highlands School has an enrollment of approximately 277 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Highlands School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Highlands School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Highlands School rank in TX?
The Highlands School ranks #354 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is The Highlands School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Highlands School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Highlands School a private school?
Yes, The Highlands 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 The Highlands School a religious school?
The Highlands School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 277
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (972) 554-1980
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