St. Philips School & Community Center (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked TX School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 237 students
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Philips School & Community Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	St. Philips School & Community Center
Pre-K	76
Kind	29
1	31
2	26
3	19
4	18
5	14
6	24

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Pre-K has the most students with 76, far more than any other grade at St. Philips School & Community Center.

Year Founded

1959

Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2024

School Motto

Transforming the world by faith, education and service.

Student Body

Total Students

237 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

90%

State avg.: 42%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

43 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Other school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Tuition is determined through Clarity, our online application platform, which allows the school to review each family’s information in a consistent and respectful way. Based on this review, each family receives their Household Contribution Rate (HCR) — their expected annual tuition contribution.

% on Financial Aid

95%

College Acceptance Rate

95%

Admissions Director

Johari Jenkins

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

18 sports

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Track and FieldVolleyball

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School Notes

The goal of St. Philip's School is to provide each student with an exceptional academic experience tailored to suit the individual needs of the student.
St. Philip's accepts students of varying abilities and backgrounds, recognizing each child as a gift from God and a unique creation entitled to love, respect, and opportunities for a safe and challenging passage through the early years.
The school's varied instructional techniques enhance and develop the unique learning style of each child and aim to instill and strengthen those qualities that promote a secure and responsible adult life.

The goal of St. Philip's School is to provide each student with an exceptional academic experience tailored to suit the individual needs of the student. St. Philip's accepts students of varying abilities and backgrounds, recognizing each child as a gift from God and a unique creation entitled to love, respect, and opportunities for a safe and challenging passage through the early years. The school's varied instructional techniques enhance and develop the unique learning style of each child and aim to instill and strengthen those qualities that promote a secure and responsible adult life.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does St. Philips School & Community Center offer?

St. Philips School & Community Center offers 18 interscholastic sports: Archery, Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. St. Philips School & Community Center is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Texas for most sports offered.

What is St. Philips School & Community Center's ranking?

St. Philips School & Community Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Highest percentage of students of color, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Philips School & Community Center?

The application deadline for St. Philips School & Community Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Philips School & Community Center located?

St. Philips School & Community Center is located in the Cedar Crest neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 1 other private schools located in Cedar Crest.

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The average private school tuition in Dallas, TX is $16,258 for elementary schools and $21,748 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Dallas, TX is 78% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).