Hamilton Academy in Dallas, TX is a nonsectarian early childhood program offering education for grades PK鈥揔 in a large suburban community.
The school was founded in 1954 and currently enrolls 38 students with one teacher, resulting in a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 38:1.
The student body includes approximately 25% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.
Hamilton Academy serves families seeking early childhood and kindergarten education in the Dallas suburb, with a total of 8 students in K.
As one of the older private schools in the Dallas area, Hamilton Academy is among the top 20% of Texas private schools by founding year.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked TX School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Hamilton Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
38 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 42%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
38:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$275-$255 for infants and toddlers, $225 for preschool, $220 for pre-kindergarten.
School Notes
- School Motto: Caring for Children since 1954
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Academy's ranking?
Hamilton Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Hamilton Academy?
The application deadline for Hamilton Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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