Lydia Patterson Institute (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Lydia Patterson Institute in El Paso, TX, is a co–educational private school serving grades 7 through 12 with an enrollment of 241 students in a large city setting.
Founded in 1913, the school has a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average class size of 15, supporting instruction by 22 teachers.
The school charges an annual tuition of $7,500 and maintains a 95% acceptance rate with rolling admissions and a formal dress code.
Lydia Patterson Institute has a Methodist orientation and a nonsectarian religious affiliation, located in the El Segundo Barrio neighborhood.
It ranks among the top 20% of Texas private schools for diversity with 99.76% students of color and for faculty advanced degrees at 99%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked TX School
Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 241 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,500
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Lydia Patterson Institute ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Methodist

Grades Offered

Grades 7-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Lydia Patterson Institute
7	25
8	24
9	36
10	43
11	49
12	64

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Grade 12 enrollment highest with 64 students, more than any other grade at Lydia Patterson Institute.

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Language-based

Year Founded

1913

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

241 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 42%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

22 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

99%

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,500

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Tuition Notes

All families receive up to $3500 in scholarships/financial assistance

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Marisol BeltrandelRio

Admissions Associate

Dina Salazar

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

SoccerVolleyball

Colors

Grey, Burgundy

School Mascot

Lion

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

11 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

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Art ClubCampus Ministry

National Honor SocietyNational Junior Honor Society

NewspaperRobotics

Student CouncilWorship Band

Yearbook

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MariachiOrchestra

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Lydia Patterson Institute cost?

Lydia Patterson Institute's tuition is approximately $7,500 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Lydia Patterson Institute?

The acceptance rate of Lydia Patterson Institute is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

What sports does Lydia Patterson Institute offer?

Lydia Patterson Institute offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer and Volleyball.

What is Lydia Patterson Institute's ranking?

Lydia Patterson Institute ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Highest percentage of students of color, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Lydia Patterson Institute?

The application deadline for Lydia Patterson Institute is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Lydia Patterson Institute located?

Lydia Patterson Institute is located in the El Segundo Barrio neighborhood of El Paso, TX.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in El Paso, TX is $7,082 for elementary schools and $8,125 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in El Paso, TX is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).