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Good Shepherd Catholic School

214 S Garland Ave Garland, TX 75040

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked TX School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 224 students
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked TX School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 224 students
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Good Shepherd Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
224 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
88%
State avg.: 42%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
48%
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$7697 for 1 child $13225 for 2 children $18288 for 3 children
% on Financial Aid
65%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,000
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Gail Richardson-Bassett
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Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Robotics


Club or Organization:
National Junior Honor SocietyStudent Council


Arts and Music Programs:
ChoirsDrama Club

School Notes

  • At Good Shepherd Catholic School, our mission is to provide all students with a high quality Catholic education that maximizes student success in a safe and supportive environment.
  • Good Shepherd Catholic School will assist each student in achieving their full potential by involving the cooperation and commitment of the teachers, parents and children.
  • Good Shepherd Catholic School students develop Christian values and academic skills which will enable them to become competitive and productive citizens.
  • At Good Shepherd Catholic School, our mission is to provide all students with a high quality Catholic education that maximizes student success in a safe and supportive environment.
  • Good Shepherd Catholic School will assist each student in achieving their full potential by involving the cooperation and commitment of the teachers, parents and children.
  • Good Shepherd Catholic School students develop Christian values and academic skills which will enable them to become competitive and productive citizens.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Good Shepherd Catholic School?
The acceptance rate of Good Shepherd Catholic School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.
What sports does Good Shepherd Catholic School offer?
Good Shepherd Catholic School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Football, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Good Shepherd Catholic School's ranking?
Good Shepherd Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Good Shepherd Catholic School?
The application deadline for Good Shepherd Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Dallas County, TX is $14,990 for elementary schools and $19,160 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Dallas County, TX is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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