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#313 of 883 private schools in TX

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Ursuline Academy of Dallas

High School

4900 WALNUT HILL LN, Dallas, TX 75229

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

870

Student-Teacher

8.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

870

Student-Teacher

8.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Texas private schools

#313 of 883

In Dallas

#31 of 79

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About Ursuline Academy of Dallas

Ursuline Academy of Dallas is a private high school in Dallas, TX. Ursuline Academy of Dallas serves approximately 870 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ursuline Academy of Dallas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #313 of 883 private schools in TX.

How it compares0.5 pts above TX schools

6.8

This school 6.8 · Average
TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Ursuline Academy of Dallas sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Ursuline Academy of Dallas 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

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How Ursuline Academy of Dallas compares to 89 public schools serving similar grades in Dallas, TX

Student-Teacher Ratio

8.5:1

This School

15.9:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

870

This School

717

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.8

This School

6.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 68.3% vs 0%

Hispanic 14.8% vs 0%

Asian 7.4% vs 0%

Black 2% vs 0%

Ursuline Academy of Dallas Dallas Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Ursuline Academy of Dallas (this school)	—	870	8.5:1	6.8
THOMAS JEFFERSON H S	1.2 mi	1,478	14.3:1	5.2
HILLCREST H S	2.2 mi	1,595	15.2:1	6.8
HIGHLAND PARK H S	2.3 mi	2,177	15.1:1	8.9
W T WHITE H S	2.7 mi	2,074	15.1:1	4.1
LETOT CAMPUS	3.4 mi	38	4.2:1	5.6
EARLY COLLEGE H S	3.9 mi	356	22.2:1	7.9
UPLIFT WILLIAMS PREPARATORY H S	3.9 mi	603	15.9:1	6.3
EMMETT J CONRAD H S	4.2 mi	1,275	14.2:1	6.3
NORTH DALLAS H S	5.0 mi	1,276	15.4:1	4.8
LAKE HIGHLANDS H S	5.6 mi	2,925	14:1	6.1
INNOVATION DESIGN ENTREPRENEURSHIP ACADEMY	5.7 mi	181	15.1:1	6.4
UPLIFT ATLAS PREPARATORY - H S	6.0 mi	499	14.7:1	5.9
RICHLAND COLLEGIATE H S OF MATH SCIENCE ENGINEERIN	6.2 mi	275	55:1	4.5
BOOKER T WASHINGTON SPVA MAGNET	6.2 mi	963	17.2:1	8.9
PIONEER TECHNOLOGY AND ARTS ACADEMY NORTH DALLAS	6.2 mi	297	9.9:1	6.9
UPLIFT EDUCATION-NORTH HILLS PREP H S	6.5 mi	513	16:1	8.8
UPLIFT HEIGHTS PREPARATORY H S	6.5 mi	495	14.1:1	4.7
WOODROW WILSON H S	6.6 mi	1,791	15.2:1	7.6
DR L G PINKSTON SR H S	6.8 mi	1,224	16.5:1	4.1
DR WRIGHT L LASSITER JR EARLY COLLEGE H S	6.9 mi	287	20.5:1	8.7

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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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

B+ 6.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.5:1

Instructional Commitment

A 9.0 / 10

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School Day Length 8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,392

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 50%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 4.8 / 10

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Enrollment 870

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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)

White 68.3%

Hispanic 14.8%

Asian 7.4%

Two or More 6.7%

Black 2.0%

Native American 0.6%

Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4900 WALNUT HILL LN, Dallas, TX 75229

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ursuline Academy of Dallas may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SUDIE L WILLIAMS TALENTED AND GIFTED ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WESLEY PREP (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OAK HILL ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 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	Enrollment	Rating
WESLEY PREP Dallas	0.8 mi	206	6.7
WESLEY PREP Dallas	0.8 mi	243	8.3
MEADOWBROOK SCHOOL Dallas	1.0 mi	13	—
JOHN J PERSHING EL Dallas	1.0 mi	434	7.3
ST MONICA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dallas	1.0 mi	688	6.1
OAK HILL ACADEMY Dallas	1.2 mi	121	7.9
EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF DALLAS PK-12 Dallas	1.2 mi	1,104	5.5
PRESTON HOLLOW PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Dallas	1.2 mi	124	6.8
THOMAS JEFFERSON H S Dallas	1.2 mi	1,478	5.2
THE WINSTON SCHOOL Dallas	1.4 mi	158	7.9
WALNUT HILL INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Dallas	1.4 mi	492	7.4
SUDIE L WILLIAMS TALENTED AND GIFTED ACADEMY Dallas	1.7 mi	442	8.4
GRACE ACADEMY OF DALLAS Dallas	1.7 mi	142	6.6
WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Dallas	1.7 mi	15	—
GOOD SHEPHERD EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Dallas	1.7 mi	512	5.2
CARLISLE SCHOOL Dallas	1.9 mi	6	—
PRESTON HOLLOW EL Dallas	1.6 mi	398	6.7
UNIVERSITY PARK UMC WEEKDAY SCHOOL Dallas	1.8 mi	30	4.6
THE LAMPLIGHTER SCHOOL Dallas	2.0 mi	332	7.2
THE HOCKADAY SCHOOL Dallas	2.0 mi	1,079	6.3

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

Median Age

37.3

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HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - GARLAND Garland, TX	609	6.8
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IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY ALAMO Alamo, TX	763	6.8
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ursuline Academy of Dallas

What grades does Ursuline Academy of Dallas serve?

Ursuline Academy of Dallas serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Ursuline Academy of Dallas?

Ursuline Academy of Dallas has an enrollment of approximately 870 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ursuline Academy of Dallas?

The student-teacher ratio at Ursuline Academy of Dallas is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Ursuline Academy of Dallas rank in TX?

Ursuline Academy of Dallas ranks #313 of 883 private schools in TX.

What is Ursuline Academy of Dallas's MySchoolScout rating?

Ursuline Academy of Dallas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Ursuline Academy of Dallas a private school?

Yes, Ursuline Academy of Dallas is a private all-girls 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 Ursuline Academy of Dallas a religious school?

Ursuline Academy of Dallas has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 5 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 29 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 870
Gender Split: 0% M / 100% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 8.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 102
Type: private
Coed Status: all-girls
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 8 hours
Days Per Year: 174 days
Setting: Large City
County: Dallas County
Phone: (469) 232-1800

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