Very Good
#270 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 31% of private schools
The Hillier School
Middle School
3821 UNIVERSITY BLVD, Dallas, TX 75205
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
2nd – 8th
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
2nd – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#270 of 883
In Dallas
#26 of 79
public schools
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The Hillier School
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About The Hillier School
The Hillier School is a private middle school in Dallas, TX. The Hillier School serves approximately 37 students, and covers grades 2nd-8th, and has a 4.7:1 student-teacher ratio. The Hillier School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #270 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 37 students, The Hillier 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 4.7:1 students to teachers, The Hillier School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Hillier 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 Hillier School compares to 319 public schools serving similar grades in Dallas, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Hillier School (this school) | 7.0 |
| MCCULLOCH INT | 9.4 |
| HIGHLAND PARK MIDDLE | 8.8 |
| UNIVERSITY PARK EL | 9.6 |
| BRADFIELD EL | 8.9 |
| ARMSTRONG EL | 9.4 |
| HYER EL | 9.3 |
| HENRY W LONGFELLOW CAREER EXPLORATION ACADEMY | 9.3 |
| MICHAEL M BOONE EL | 9.8 |
| DALLAS HYBRID PREPARATORY AT STEPHEN J HAY | 9.7 |
| K B POLK CENTER FOR ACADEMICALLY TALENTED & GIFTED | 7.5 |
| SUDIE L WILLIAMS TALENTED AND GIFTED ACADEMY | 8.4 |
| MOCKINGBIRD EL | 9.0 |
| BEN MILAM EL | 4.3 |
| MAPLE LAWN EL | 6.5 |
| SOLAR PREPARATORY SCHOOL FOR GIRLS AT BONHAM | 9.4 |
| THOMAS J RUSK MIDDLE | 5.9 |
| PRESTON HOLLOW EL | 6.7 |
| PERSONALIZED LEARNING PREPARATORY AT SAM HOUSTON | 6.9 |
| ALEX W SPENCE TALENTED/GIFTED ACADEMY | 8.1 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT ONESIMO HERNANDEZ 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.
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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
3821 UNIVERSITY BLVD, Dallas, TX 75205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Hillier School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DALLAS HYBRID PREPARATORY AT STEPHEN J HAY (rated 9.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MCCULLOCH INT (rated 9.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HENRY W LONGFELLOW CAREER EXPLORATION ACADEMY (rated 9.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HIGHLAND PARK PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL Dallas | 0.0 mi | — |
| HIGHLAND PARK H S Dallas | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| HIGHLAND PARK MIDDLE Dallas | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| MCCULLOCH INT Dallas | 0.6 mi | 9.4 |
| UNIVERSITY PARK EL Dallas | 0.7 mi | 9.6 |
| BRADFIELD EL Dallas | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| ARMSTRONG EL Dallas | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| UNIVERSITY PARK UMC WEEKDAY SCHOOL Dallas | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| HYER EL Dallas | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Dallas | 1.1 mi | — |
| HENRY W LONGFELLOW CAREER EXPLORATION ACADEMY Dallas | 1.2 mi | 9.3 |
| DALLAS HYBRID PREPARATORY AT STEPHEN J HAY Dallas | 1.7 mi | 9.7 |
| THE SAINT TIMOTHY SCHOOL Dallas | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| MICHAEL M BOONE EL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 9.8 |
| MEADOWBROOK SCHOOL Dallas | 1.8 mi | — |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dallas | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| BEN MILAM EL Dallas | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| CARLISLE SCHOOL Dallas | 1.8 mi | — |
| WESLEY PREP Dallas | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| WESLEY PREP Dallas | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$188,396
Median Home Value
$1,518,600
Median Rent
$2,348/mo
Population
25,537
College Educated
87.2%
Homeownership
58.3%
Avg Commute
18.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
32.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Hillier School
What grades does The Hillier School serve?
The Hillier School serves students in grades 2nd through 8th.
How many students attend The Hillier School?
The Hillier School has an enrollment of approximately 37 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Hillier School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Hillier School is 4.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Hillier School rank in TX?
The Hillier School ranks #270 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is The Hillier School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Hillier School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Hillier School a private school?
Yes, The Hillier School is a private coeducational school with a Presbyterian 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 Hillier School a religious school?
The Hillier School has a Presbyterian religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 37
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Presbyterian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (214) 525-6600
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