Hillander School in Midland, TX serves 314 students from pre–kindergarten through 6th grade in a nonsectarian, midsize city setting.
Established in 1961, the school offers elementary education with a special program emphasis in the Hillander neighborhood.
The student–teacher ratio of 18:1, supported by a faculty of 17 teachers.
Approximately 10.6% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity in the Midland community.
Hillander School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for enrollment size and founding date.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked TX School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Hillander School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
314 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hillander School often compared to?
Hillander School is often viewed alongside schools like Midland Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is Hillander School's ranking?
Hillander School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Hillander School?
The application deadline for Hillander School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Hillander School located?
Hillander School is located in the Hillander neighborhood of Midland, TX.
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People that viewed Hillander School also viewed these schools: Midland Christian School, Trinity School, Debbie Bakke, Midland Montessori School and St. Ann S School.
The nearest high school and elementary school to Hillander School is Debbie Bakke (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Midland Christian School (1.4 miles away)
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Midland Christian School
(Christian)
2001 Culver Dr
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 694-1661
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 694-1661
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,296 students
Trinity School ![Trinity School Photo]( "Trinity School Photo")
(Episcopal)
3500 W Wadley Ave
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 697-3281
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 697-3281
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 765 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2800 North A Street
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 570-7444
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 570-7444
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Midland Montessori School
Montessori School
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Midland, TX 79703
(432) 699-1665
Midland, TX 79703
(432) 699-1665
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Midland, TX 79701
(432) 684-4563
Midland, TX 79701
(432) 684-4563
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 361 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
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