Lamplighter is a school that consistently strives to promote a high degree of excellence in the teaching and learning of those basic and academic skills needed to cope successfully with the demands of contemporary society.
At Lamplighter, learning is believed to be a lifelong endeavor.
To that end, the Lamplighter community tries to build a sense of trust, where students feel free to express and test their views and can come to enjoy learning for its own intrinsic worth.
All children are expected and encouraged to develop and perform at their highest potential.
The school is committed to fostering a sensitive environment that supports the development of self-confidence and self-reliance as well as the nurturing of creativity and critical thought.
These goals are accomplished in a warm and caring atmosphere.
We value individuality and encourage all children to reach their potential, while respecting their similarities and differences.
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) Other school association(s) |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 4 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 440 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 23% State avg.: 37% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 30 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 17:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
Nearby Schools:
The nearest high school is The Hockaday School (0.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is The Wise Academy (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Hockaday School (0.6 miles away)
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DallasThe Wise Academy
(Jewish)5608 Northaven Road
Dallas, TX 75230
(214)739-3636(Jewish)0.5 mi | 41 students | Gr. K-5 -
DallasThe Hockaday School
All-girls11600 Welch Road
Dallas, TX 75229
(214)363-63110.6 mi | 1085 students | Gr. PK-12All-girls -
DallasThe Winston School
Special Program Emphasis (Non-sectarian)5707 Royal Lane
Dallas, TX 75229
(214)691-6950Special Program Emphasis (Non-sectarian)0.8 mi | 189 students | Gr. K-12 -
DallasSt Rita School
(Roman Catholic)12525 Inwood Rd
Dallas, TX 75244
(972)239-3203(Roman Catholic)0.9 mi | 664 students | Gr. KG-8 -
DallasJesuit College Prep School
All-boys (Roman Catholic)12345 Inwood Rd
Dallas, TX 75244
(972)387-87000.9 mi | 1071 students | Gr. 9-12All-boys (Roman Catholic)
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