Dallas International School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked TX School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Enrollment: 654 students
Yearly Tuition: $26,000
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Dallas International School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

State or regional independent school association
International Baccalaureate (IB) World School
Texas Association of Accredited Private Schools (TAAPS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Dallas International School
Pre-K	141
Kind	55
1	39
2	53
3	54
4	42
5	37
6	48
7	37
8	39
9	19
10	33
11	37
12	20

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Year Founded

1991

Colors

Blue, Red

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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Student Body

Total Students

654 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Average Class Size

15 students

Number of AP Courses

12 courses

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$26,000

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Tuition Notes

$20,200 for pre-K2

Summer Program Cost Notes

Summer Camp starting at $185/week. www.dallasinternationalschool.org

% on Financial Aid

Admissions Director

Kerry Briard

Admissions Associate

Malika Kimatshoeva

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

10 sports

Sports

ArcheryBasketball

CheeringCross Country

GolfSoccer

SwimmingTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

4 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Arts and Music Programs:

Circus ArtsMusic Bands

PotteryVocals

School Notes

Dallas International School is the only international school in the Dallas-Ft. Worth metroplex to offer the French International Curriculum and the International Baccalaureate program in high school.
Students begin learning a third language in pre-K4 of Spanish or Mandarin.
Our academically ambitious programs prepare students for universities not only in the US, but around the world.
By taking classes in different languages, learn different cultural perspectives and develop critical thinking skills in more than one language.

School Mascot: Les Tigres

Dallas International School is the only private school in North Texas that offers a fully bilingual French-English immersion program starting in pre-K2 (children turning age 2) and continuing through grade 12. DIS has been educating future global citizens for over thirty years. Click here to learn more and schedule a tour.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Dallas International School cost?

Dallas International School's tuition is approximately $26,000 for private students.

Does Dallas International School offer a summer program?

Yes, Dallas International School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does Dallas International School offer?

Dallas International School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Archery, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Dallas International School's ranking?

Dallas International School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Dallas International School?

The application deadline for Dallas International School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Dallas International School located?

Dallas International School is located in the North Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 4 other private schools located in North Dallas.

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The average private school tuition in Dallas, TX is $17,012 for elementary schools and $21,878 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Dallas, TX is 76% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).