Plano Tamil School in Plano, TX serves 336 students from kindergarten through 8th grade in a coeducational, nonsectarian city鈥揵ased setting.
Founded in 2001, the school operates with 26 teachers and maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 13:1.
The school has a high student diversity rate, with 98.38% of students representing students of color.
Plano Tamil School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for student body size and diversity.
The school offers programming focused on elementary and middle school education within the Plano community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked TX School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Plano Tamil School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
336 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 42%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Dr. VA Shiva Ayyadurai - Inventor of email, MIT Professor, Businessman and Author.
- Jay Vijayan - CIO of Tesla and an avid supporter of the Tamil Community.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Plano Tamil School often compared to?
Plano Tamil School is often viewed alongside schools like Arete Academy by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Plano Tamil School?
Plano Tamil School famous alumni include: Dr. VA Shiva Ayyadurai - Inventor of email, MIT Professor, Businessman and Author. and Jay Vijayan - CIO of Tesla and an avid supporter of the Tamil Community..
What is Plano Tamil School's ranking?
Plano Tamil School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Plano Tamil School?
The application deadline for Plano Tamil School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
Popular comparisons: Plano Tamil School vs. Arete Academy
The nearest high school to Plano Tamil School is Coram Deo Academy (2.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is New Star Leadership Education Center (1.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Preston Abc Day School (0.9 miles away)
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Location
Miles
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Preston Abc Day School
Daycare / Preschool
4845 Hedgcoxe Rd
Plano, TX 75024
(972) 712-2250
Plano, TX 75024
(972) 712-2250
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 90 students
New Star Leadership Education Center
Special Program Emphasis
7700 San Jacinto Pl
Plano, TX 75024
(972) 897-9217
Plano, TX 75024
(972) 897-9217
1 miles
Gr: K-7 | 61 students
4660 Legacy Drive
Plano, TX 75024
(972) 491-1230
Plano, TX 75024
(972) 491-1230
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 283 students Avg. class size: 22 students Extracurrculars: 13
8565 Gratitude Tr
Plano, TX 75024
(214) 856-6337
Plano, TX 75024
(214) 856-6337
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-K | 128 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Tlc Child Development Centers On Hedgcoxe
Daycare / Preschool
5200 Hedgcoxe Rd
Plano, TX 75024
(972) 473-0167
Plano, TX 75024
(972) 473-0167
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 146 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Coram Deo Academy ![Coram Deo Academy Photo - Over 90% of families reenroll their students after experiencing the unique Christian, Classical, and Collaborative education model that sets us apart from the average Christian, charter, or college-preparatory academy.]( "Coram Deo Academy Photo - Over 90% of families reenroll their students after experiencing the unique Christian, Classical, and Collaborative education model that sets us apart from the average Christian, charter, or college-preparatory academy.")
Alternative School (Christian)
9645 Independence Pkwy
Plano, TX 75025
(469) 854-1300
Plano, TX 75025
(469) 854-1300
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 655 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Arete Academy ![Arete Academy Photo]( "Arete Academy Photo")
Special Program Emphasis
3115 W Parker Road, Suite 330
Plano, TX 75023
(573) 268-2135
Plano, TX 75023
(573) 268-2135
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition listed
Red Comet
Alternative School
13259 Tall Grass Trl
Frisco, TX 75035
(972) 365-0561
Frisco, TX 75035
(972) 365-0561
3.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 2,845 students
3300 W Parker Road
Plano, TX 75075
(972) 596-5811
Plano, TX 75075
(972) 596-5811
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 76 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
6000 Custer Rd. Building 7
Plano, TX 75023
(972) 517-7498
Plano, TX 75023
(972) 517-7498
3.6 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 97 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
New Star Leadership Education Center
Special Program Emphasis
7700 San Jacinto Pl
Plano, TX 75024
(972) 897-9217
Plano, TX 75024
(972) 897-9217
1 miles
Gr: K-7 | 61 students
4660 Legacy Drive
Plano, TX 75024
(972) 491-1230
Plano, TX 75024
(972) 491-1230
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 283 students Avg. class size: 22 students Extracurrculars: 13
Little Marvels Montessori ![Little Marvels Montessori Photo]( "Little Marvels Montessori Photo")
Montessori School
2798 Mcdermott Rd
Plano, TX 75025
(214) 383-5228
Plano, TX 75025
(214) 383-5228
2.2 miles
Gr: NS-1 | 72 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 5
Coram Deo Academy ![Coram Deo Academy Photo - Over 90% of families reenroll their students after experiencing the unique Christian, Classical, and Collaborative education model that sets us apart from the average Christian, charter, or college-preparatory academy.]( "Coram Deo Academy Photo - Over 90% of families reenroll their students after experiencing the unique Christian, Classical, and Collaborative education model that sets us apart from the average Christian, charter, or college-preparatory academy.")
Alternative School (Christian)
9645 Independence Pkwy
Plano, TX 75025
(469) 854-1300
Plano, TX 75025
(469) 854-1300
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 655 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Challenger School - Independence ![Challenger School - Independence Photo - Challenger School - Independence]( "Challenger School - Independence Photo - Challenger School - Independence")
Daycare / Preschool
10145 Independence Parkway
Plano, TX 75025
(469) 642-2000
Plano, TX 75025
(469) 642-2000
2.7 miles
Gr: NS-3
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Preston Abc Day School
Daycare / Preschool
4845 Hedgcoxe Rd
Plano, TX 75024
(972) 712-2250
Plano, TX 75024
(972) 712-2250
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 90 students
4660 Legacy Drive
Plano, TX 75024
(972) 491-1230
Plano, TX 75024
(972) 491-1230
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 283 students Avg. class size: 22 students Extracurrculars: 13
8565 Gratitude Tr
Plano, TX 75024
(214) 856-6337
Plano, TX 75024
(214) 856-6337
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-K | 128 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Tlc Child Development Centers On Hedgcoxe
Daycare / Preschool
5200 Hedgcoxe Rd
Plano, TX 75024
(972) 473-0167
Plano, TX 75024
(972) 473-0167
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 146 students
Parker-Chase Preschool ![Parker-Chase Preschool Photo]( "Parker-Chase Preschool Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
4801 Tennyson Pkwy
Plano, TX 75024
(972) 618-4485
Plano, TX 75024
(972) 618-4485
1.6 miles
Gr: NS-PK Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 75% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8201 Robinson Rd
Plano, TX 75024
(469) 633-3200
Plano, TX 75024
(469) 633-3200
0.5 miles
Gr: K-5 | 661 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
(Math: 64% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4500 Quincy Ln
Plano, TX 75024
(469) 752-1600
Plano, TX 75024
(469) 752-1600
0.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 486 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8900 Coit Rd
Plano, TX 75025
(469) 752-3800
Plano, TX 75025
(469) 752-3800
0.9 miles
Gr: K-5 | 318 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
(Math: 78% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4300 Waskom Dr
Plano, TX 75024
(469) 633-2800
Plano, TX 75024
(469) 633-2800
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 666 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
(Math: 91% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
3801 Mcdermott Rd
Plano, TX 75025
(469) 633-5050
Plano, TX 75025
(469) 633-5050
1.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 967 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
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