Second Baptist School
Second Baptist School is a Christian college preparatory school equipping students pre-kindergarten 3 through grade 12 to think critically, live biblically and lead courageously to impact the world for Jesus Christ.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked TX School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 985 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 6 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Second Baptist School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1946
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
985 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP 2D Art & Design, AP 3D Art & Design, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Computer Science A, AP Drawing, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & Composition, AP Human Geography, AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based, AP Spanish Language & Culture, AP United States Government & Politics, AP United States History, AP World History
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniforms for lower and middle school. Upper school is free dress unless formal attire required for chapel or special events.
Uniforms for lower and middle school. Upper school is free dress unless formal attire required for chapel or special events.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 6 / rolling
Admissions Director
Andrea Prothro
Sports
Total Sports Offered
14 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art Club, Book Club, Business Club, Chinese Club, Environmental Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Model UN, SBS Serves, Science Club, Spanish Club, Spikeball club
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Instrumental Music, Journalism & Yearbook, Theatre, Visual Arts
Art Club, Book Club, Business Club, Chinese Club, Environmental Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Model UN, SBS Serves, Science Club, Spanish Club, Spikeball club
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Instrumental Music, Journalism & Yearbook, Theatre, Visual Arts
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Second Baptist School offer?
Second Baptist School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Weightlifting. Second Baptist School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Texas for most sports offered.
What is Second Baptist School's ranking?
Second Baptist School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Second Baptist School?
The application deadline for Second Baptist School is Dec. 6 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 6 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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