Very Good
#221 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 25% of private schools
West Dallas Community School
Elementary School
2300 CANADA DR, Dallas, TX 75212
Enrollment
190
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
190
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#221 of 883
In Dallas
#18 of 79
public schools
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West Dallas Community School
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About West Dallas Community School
West Dallas Community School is a private elementary school in Dallas, TX. West Dallas Community School serves approximately 190 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. West Dallas Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #221 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 190 students, West Dallas Community 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 7.1:1 students to teachers, West Dallas Community School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
West Dallas Community 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 West Dallas Community School compares to 324 public schools serving similar grades in Dallas, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| West Dallas Community School (this school) | 7.2 |
| UPLIFT HEIGHTS PREPARATORY PRI | 3.6 |
| UPLIFT HEIGHTS PREPARATORY MIDDLE | 2.9 |
| C F CARR EL | 7.7 |
| WEST DALLAS STEM SCHOOL | 4.3 |
| DALLAS ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE ACADEMY | 9.2 |
| GEORGE PEABODY EL | 6.4 |
| LORENZO DE ZAVALA EL | 6.8 |
| DALLAS COUNTY JJAEP CFB CAMPUS | — |
| P A S S LEARNING CTR | — |
| DALLAS CO SCHOOL FOR ACCELERATED LRNG | — |
| PASS LEARNING CTR | — |
| DALLAS COUNTY JUVENILE JUSTICE | 5.1 |
| ARLINGTON PARK EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER | 5.4 |
| CALLIER CENTER PRE-SCHOOL DEAF (0-5) | 3.6 |
| JESUS MOROLES EXPRESSIVE ARTS VANGUARD | 7.0 |
| ELADIO R MARTINEZ LEARNING CENTER | 5.2 |
| RAUL QUINTANILLA SR MIDDLE STEAM ACADEMY | 6.9 |
| STEVENS PARK EL | 7.3 |
| ESPERANZA MEDRANO EL | 5.8 |
| 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
2300 CANADA DR, Dallas, TX 75212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Dallas Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. C F CARR EL (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LORENZO DE ZAVALA EL (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, GEORGE PEABODY EL (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| UPLIFT HEIGHTS PREPARATORY PRI Dallas | 0.1 mi | 3.6 |
| UPLIFT HEIGHTS PREPARATORY MIDDLE Dallas | 0.4 mi | 2.9 |
| UPLIFT HEIGHTS PREPARATORY H S Dallas | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| C F CARR EL Dallas | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| DR L G PINKSTON SR H S Dallas | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| WEST DALLAS STEM SCHOOL Dallas | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| GEORGE PEABODY EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| DALLAS ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE ACADEMY Dallas | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| ST MARY OF CARMEL SCHOOL Dallas | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| DRC CAMPUS Dallas | 1.5 mi | — |
| DALLAS COUNTY JJAEP CFB CAMPUS Dallas | 1.5 mi | — |
| JUVENILE JUSTICE AEP Dallas | 1.5 mi | — |
| P A S S LEARNING CTR Dallas | 1.5 mi | — |
| P A S S LEARNING CTR Dallas | 1.5 mi | — |
| P A S S LEARNING CTR Dallas | 1.5 mi | — |
| DALLAS CO SCHOOL FOR ACCELERATED LRNG Dallas | 1.5 mi | — |
| PASS LEARNING CTR Dallas | 1.5 mi | — |
| P A S S LEARNING CTR Richardson | 1.5 mi | — |
| LORENZO DE ZAVALA EL Dallas | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| DALLAS COUNTY JUVENILE JUSTICE Dallas | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,279
Median Home Value
$204,200
Median Rent
$1,085/mo
Population
28,010
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
58.7%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
32.5
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| AUSTIN JEWISH ACADEMY Austin, TX | 7.2 |
| BETTY M CONDRA SCHOOL FOR EDUCATION INNOVATION Lubbock, TX | 7.2 |
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| ELKHART INT Elkhart, TX | 7.2 |
| JONES ELEMENTARY/INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Brackettville, TX | 7.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Dallas Community School
What grades does West Dallas Community School serve?
West Dallas Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend West Dallas Community School?
West Dallas Community School has an enrollment of approximately 190 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Dallas Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at West Dallas Community School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does West Dallas Community School rank in TX?
West Dallas Community School ranks #221 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is West Dallas Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
West Dallas Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is West Dallas Community School a private school?
Yes, West Dallas Community School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is West Dallas Community School a religious school?
West Dallas Community School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 190
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 160 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (214) 231-2452
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