At The Covenant School, we encourage and challenge each student to discover and develop his or her individual, God-given gifts.
Students flourish in such a fertile environment, and we rejoice in what the Lord is doing in each of their lives.
The curriculum of Covenant is designed to accomplish the school's mission which is "to glorify God by equipping students with the tools necessary to pursue a lifetime of learning so that they may discern, reason, and defend truth in service to our Lord, Jesus Christ." Covenant's College Counselor, Stephanie Greenwood, is available to help with questions about high school, college and career planning.
Resources on this website can be utilized by upper school students and parents.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked TX School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
The Covenant School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
621 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$20,375 - $27,785 depending on grade level
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Sports
School Notes
- School Motto: Non Nobis, Sed Nomini Tuo Da Gloriam.
- At The Covenant School, we encourage and challenge each student to discover and develop his or her individual, God-given gifts. Students flourish in such a fertile environment, and we rejoice in what the Lord is doing in each of their lives. The curriculum of Covenant is designed to accomplish the school's mission which is "to glorify God by equipping students with the tools necessary to pursue a lifetime of learning so that they may discern, reason, and defend truth in service to our Lord, Jesus Christ." Covenant's College Counselor, Stephanie Greenwood, is available to help with questions about high school, college and career planning. Resources on this website can be utilized by upper school students and parents.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does The Covenant School offer?
The Covenant School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is The Covenant School's ranking?
The Covenant School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for The Covenant School?
The application deadline for The Covenant School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Covenant School located?
The Covenant School is located in the Far North Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 16 other private schools located in Far North Dallas.
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