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Texas Private High Schools Belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private high schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) serving 2,304 students in Texas.
The average acceptance rate is 89%, which is higher than the Texas private high school average acceptance rate of 83%.
50% of private high schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in Texas are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).
The top ranked private high schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in Texas include Second Baptist School, Ascension Academy, and Fort Bend Christian Academy High School.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Top Ranked Private High Schools Belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in Texas (2026-27)

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Ascension Academy
Gr: 5-12 | 151 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 22
9301 Ascension Pkwy
Amarillo, TX 79119
(806) 382-1200
(2)
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Fort Bend Christian Academy High School
Gr: PK-12 | 748 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 17
Christian
1250 Seventh Street
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 263-9175
(2)
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Second Baptist School
Gr: PK-12 | 1,188 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 22
Baptist
6410 Woodway Dr
Houston, TX 77057
(713) 365-2314
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Marine Military Academy
Gr: 7-12 | 217 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 10
All-boys
320 Iwo Jima Blvd
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 421-9210
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in Texas?
The top ranked private high schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in Texas include Second Baptist School, Ascension Academy, and Fort Bend Christian Academy High School.
How many private high schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) are located in Texas?
4 private high schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) are located in Texas.
What percentage of private high schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) are religiously affiliated in Texas?
50% of private high schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in Texas are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).
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Private Schools
2,304
Students
$27,305
Avg. Tuition
22%
Students of Color
7:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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