Kessler School, The
1215 Turner Ave, Dallas, TX, 75208 - View a map of this school Map  tel: (214)942-2220
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School Notes Overview:

Under the current leadership of Gayla Dobbins, her outstanding faculty, and with our NAEYC (National Association of the Education of Young Children)and SACS (Southern Association of Colleges & Schools) Accrediations, The Kessler School is unlike many schools that concentrate solely on children's academic growth. We recognize the need for a balance in children's lives. In addition to a strong academic base, we provide students with a variety of arts and cultural experiences to enhance learning: Spanish language instruction, visual arts, PE and music. ...read more  

School Overview:
Kessler School, The
School Level Elementary school
School Type Elem. Or Sec. with a Special Program Emphasis
School Membership(s) European Council for International Schools
Other school association(s)
National Association of Independent Schools
Religious Affiliation Christian (no specific denomination)
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 4
Learning Differences Supported Dyslexia program
Year Founded 1999
County Dallas County, TX
Student Body
Total Students 93 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School ( TX ) Elementary School Avg.
% Students of Color 10% 38%
Students by Grade
Pre-K - 46 students
Kind - 11 students
Grade 1 - 11 students
Grade 2 - 13 students
Grade 3 - 8 students
Grade 4 - 4 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 18 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree 60%
Average Class Size 14
This School ( TX ) Elementary School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:5 1:14
*Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 175 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 7 hours 7 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $8
Tuition Notes Tuition ranges from PreK (Half-Day) $4,080 to Grade 4 $8,670.
% on Financial Aid 10%
Average Financial Aid Grant $1,000
Acceptance Rate 90%
Headmaster Gayla Dobbins
Admissions Director Marci Adams
 
Extracurricular:    
Total Extracurricular Organizations 6

Extracurriculars
Capers for KidsMad Science
PianoPrivate School Interscholastic Association Competition
Violin & CelloYoga
 
School Notes:
  • Close to downtown Dallas
  • Low Student to Teacher Ratio
  • After School Enrichment Programs
  • Before & After School Care
  • Visual and Fine Arts
  • Spanish language instruction for ALL students everyday
  • Physical Education weekly
  • Computer Lab with Computer Curriculum
  • Atmosphere of love & respect that affirms and respects the uniqueness of the child
  • Profile last updated: 02/12/2008
 
School Zip Code:
About This Zip Code ( 75208 )
School Zip ( 75208 ) ( TX ) State Average
Population (Approximate) 35,830 people 20,844,411 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 21% 23%
Population Average Age 29 years old 33 years old
Average Household Size 3.2 persons 2.6 persons
Median Household Income $35,135 $46,000
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 4.6 rooms 5.2 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 58 years old 33 years old
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Median Value of Housing Unit
Zipcode (75208)



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% Owning / % Renting 51% / 49% 59% / 41%
 
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