Excellent
#12 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 1% of private schools
The Westwood School
School
14340 PROTON RD, Dallas, TX 75244
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#12 of 883
In Dallas
#1 of 79
public schools
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About The Westwood School
The Westwood School is a private school in Dallas, TX. The Westwood School serves approximately 217 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Westwood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #12 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 6.1:1 students to teachers, The Westwood School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Westwood 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 Westwood School compares to 385 public schools serving similar grades in Dallas, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Westwood School (this school) | 8.6 |
| ANNE FRANK EL | 7.7 |
| EARLY COLLEGE H S | 7.9 |
| NATHAN ADAMS EL | 6.0 |
| W T WHITE H S | 4.1 |
| TOM C GOOCH EL | 7.4 |
| PRESTONWOOD MONTESSORI AT E D WALKER | 7.9 |
| EWELL D WALKER MIDDLE | 6.2 |
| THOMAS C MARSH MIDDLE | 5.0 |
| CHAPEL HILL PREPARATORY-A PERSONALIZED LRNING SCH | 6.7 |
| PRESTONWOOD EL | 8.2 |
| HARRY C WITHERS EL | 8.6 |
| EVERETTE LEE DEGOLYER EL | 8.6 |
| PIONEER TECHNOLOGY AND ARTS ACADEMY NORTH DALLAS | 6.9 |
| PARKHILL J H | 7.6 |
| MITCHELL EL | 6.6 |
| NORTHWOOD HILLS EL | 5.4 |
| BRENTFIELD EL | 9.4 |
| MCKAMY EL | 4.6 |
| SPRING CREEK EL | 9.2 |
| WESTWOOD MATH SCIENCE LEADERSHIP MAGNET | 7.6 |
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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
14340 PROTON RD, Dallas, TX 75244
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Westwood School may also want to explore other schools in the area. GREENHILL SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Addison), with a comparable rating. Another option is VANGUARD PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, THE HOCKADAY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREENHILL SCHOOL Addison | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| VANGUARD PREPARATORY SCHOOL Dallas | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| PARISH EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Dallas | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| GEORGE HERBERT WALKER BUSH EL Addison | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| ANNE FRANK EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| EARLY COLLEGE H S Dallas | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| PRIMROSE OF PRESTONWOOD Dallas | 1.3 mi | — |
| NATHAN ADAMS EL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| W T WHITE H S Dallas | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| TOM C GOOCH EL Dallas | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| ST RITA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| JESUIT COLLEGE PREP SCHOOL Dallas | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| THOMAS C MARSH MIDDLE Dallas | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| COUNTRY PLACE EL Carrollton | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| EWELL D WALKER MIDDLE Dallas | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| PRESTONWOOD MONTESSORI AT E D WALKER Dallas | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| JERRY R JUNKINS EL Carrollton | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| MCLAUGHLIN STRICKLAND EL Farmers Branch | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| THE HOCKADAY SCHOOL Dallas | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| CHAPEL HILL PREPARATORY-A PERSONALIZED LRNING SCH Dallas | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
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
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABBOTT SCHOOL Abbott, TX | 8.6 |
| FAYETTEVILLE SCHOOLS Fayetteville, TX | 8.6 |
| HART ISD Hart, TX | 8.6 |
| HARTLEY SCHOOL Hartley, TX | 8.6 |
| IRA SCHOOL Ira, TX | 8.6 |
| NORTHSIDE SCHOOL Vernon, TX | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Westwood School
What grades does The Westwood School serve?
The Westwood School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend The Westwood School?
The Westwood School has an enrollment of approximately 217 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Westwood School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Westwood School is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Westwood School rank in TX?
The Westwood School ranks #12 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is The Westwood School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Westwood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Westwood School a private school?
Yes, The Westwood School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian 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 Westwood School a religious school?
No, The Westwood School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 217
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 205 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (972) 239-8598
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