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Best Richardson Private Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 21 private schools serving 2,989 students in Richardson, TX (there are 42 public schools, serving 21,521 public students). 12% of all K-12 students in Richardson, TX are educated in private schools (compared to the TX state average of 6%).
The top ranked private schools in Richardson, TX include St. Joseph Catholic School, I A N T Quranic Academy, and Breckinridge Montessori School.
The average acceptance rate is 85%, which is higher than the Texas private school average acceptance rate of 83%.
57% of private schools in Richardson, TX are religiously affiliated (most commonly Islamic and Catholic).

Top Ranked Richardson Private Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Bridge Builder Academy
Bridge Builder Academy Photo - Bridge Builder Academy students at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX. Out of over 3,500 schools with submissions to the NASA HUNCH program, BBA students pictured here with an American Astronaut won first place in the competition.
Special Program Emphasis
(6)
1221 W Campbell Rd, # 209
Richardson, TX 75080
(972) 516-8844
Gr: K-12 | 43 students Avg. class size: 1 student Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
North Dallas Adventist Academy
North Dallas Adventist Academy Photo - NDAA believes in whole-person learning. Building lifelong friendships is part of the NDAA education experience, while building a foundation of reading, math, and science.
(Seventh Day Adventist)
(7)
2800 Custer Parkway
Richardson, TX 75080
(972) 234-6322
Gr: NS-12 | 262 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
St. Joseph Catholic School
St. Joseph Catholic School Photo - Come visit our beautiful school ... our principal, Ms. Thompson, is always available for consultation and a tour!
(Catholic)
(13)
600 S Jupiter Rd
Richardson, TX 75081
(972) 234-4679
Gr: PK-8 | 292 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Breckinridge Montessori School
Montessori School
(3)
3900 Breckinridge Blvd
Richardson, TX 75082
(972) 664-1177
Gr: PK-3 | 150 students Sports: 6
I A N T Quranic Academy
(Islamic)
840 Abrams Rd
Richardson, TX 75081
(972) 231-8451
Gr: PK-12 | 269 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Montessori at Bowser
Montessori School
(3)
300 S Bowser Rd
Richardson, TX 75081
(972) 690-8351
Gr: PK-K | 46 students
Saint Paul Catholic Classical School
Saint Paul Catholic Classical School Photo - Mass of the Holy Spirit on the Opening Day of School - Dove Release
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
(5)
720 S. Floyd Road
Richardson, TX 75080
(972) 235-3263
Gr: PK-8 | 141 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Weekday Kids At First
Daycare / Preschool
503 N Central Expy
Richardson, TX 75080
(972) 996-0125
Gr: PK-K | 776 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Beth Torah Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
720 W Lookout Dr
Richardson, TX 75080
(972) 234-1542
Gr: PK-K | 68 students
Campbell Rd KinderCare
Campbell Rd KinderCare Photo - Campbell Road KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
511 West Campbell Rd.
Richardson, TX 75080
(972) 669-1130
Gr: NS-PK
Care Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
1504 E Campbell Rd
Richardson, TX 75081
(972) 644-0766
Gr: PK-K | 96 students
Carpe Diem Private Preschool - Richardson
Carpe Diem Private Preschool - Richardson Photo
Daycare / Preschool
271 Renner Parkway
Richardson, TX 75080
(972) 664-0203
Gr: NS-PK Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Chase's Place
Special Education School
620 N Coit Rd Ste 2176
Richardson, TX 75080
(972) 243-2676
Gr: Inquire with school | 17 students
Primrose School Of Breckinridge Park
Daycare / Preschool
4301 E Renner Rd
Richardson, TX 75082
(972) 671-5437
Gr: PK-K | 186 students
Primrose School Of N. Richardson @ Lookout
Daycare / Preschool
2425 N Plano Rd
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 514-2670
Gr: PK-K | 70 students
Primrose School Of Richardson
Daycare / Preschool
1100 Jonsson Blvd
Richardson, TX 75080
(972) 479-9888
Gr: PK-K | 172 students
Qalam Collegiate Academy
Qalam Collegiate Academy Photo
All-girls (Islamic)
(7)
1111 Digital Dr STE 101
Richardson, TX 75081
(972) 437-2526
Gr: 5-12 | 82 students Sports: 1
Rainbow Connection Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
1651 E. Campbell
Richardson, TX 75081
(972) 644-0283
Gr: PK | 100 students Tuition listed
Salam Academy
(Islamic)
735 N Plano Rd Ste 100
Richardson, TX 75081
(972) 704-4373
Gr: PK-12 | 156 students Tuition listed
Texas Horizon Academy
(Islamic)
1416 E Collins Blvd
Richardson, TX 75081
(972) 362-2441
Gr: 8 | 18 students
Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool, Dallas
Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool, Dallas Photo - 14th anniversary group picture
Daycare / Preschool
534 W Belt Line Rd
Richardson, TX 75080
(214) 446-1776
Gr: PK | 45 students Tuition listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Richardson, Texas

Richardson, Texas Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Armadillos To Zebras Private School (Closed 2013)
Daycare / Preschool
1200 W Spring Valley Rd
Richardson, TX 75080
(972) 231-6998
Gr: K-1 | 109 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Richardson, TX?
The top ranked private schools in Richardson, TX include St. Joseph Catholic School, I A N T Quranic Academy, and Breckinridge Montessori School.
How many private schools are located in Richardson?
21 private schools are located in Richardson.
How diverse are private schools in Richardson?
Richardson private schools are approximately 54% minority students, which is higher than the Texas private school average of 41%.
What percentage of students in Richardson go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in Richardson are educated in private schools (compared to the TX state average of 6%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Richardson?
57% of private schools in Richardson are religiously affiliated (most commonly Islamic and Catholic).
Which private schools in Richardson are often viewed compared to one another?

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