Providence Classical School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked TX School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 415 students
Yearly Tuition: $18,220
Acceptance rate: 88%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Providence Classical School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Providence Classical School
Pre-K	17
Kind	38
1	22
2	31
3	32
4	28
5	29
6	33
7	28
8	26
9	38
10	34
11	31
12	28

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Year Founded

1999

School Calendar

Campus Size

37 acres

School Motto

Semper excelsior ad gloriam Dei (Always ever upward to the glory of God!)

Student Body

Total Students

415 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

20%

State avg.: 42%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

65 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

36%

Average Class Size

16 students

Average SAT score

1327

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Lands' End Uniforms - khaki pants/skirts and polos

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Classical Christian Schools (ACCS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 31 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$18,220

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Tuition Notes

Needs based financial aid is available.

% on Financial Aid

22%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$5,000

Acceptance Rate

88%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Alicia Williamson

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

GolfSoccer

SwimmingTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

School Mascot

Paladins

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

14 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Chess ClubMock Trial

Mu Alpha ThetaNational Honor Society

Speech and DebateSpirit Club

Writing ClubYearbook

Arts and Music Programs:

Art TechniqueChoir

DramaHandbells

Recorder EnsembleStrings

School Notes

Academic Excellence - The classical education model teaches students to think for themselves, build character & integrity, and communicate with excellence
Christ-Focused - Students at PCS learn to love and serve God by authentically living out their faith in the community
Meaningful Community - Partner with teachers and fellow parents to shepherd your child in a loving, supportive community

The Trivium
Classical education uses a three-step process called the trivium that gives students essential tools of learning while working with the grain of their intellectual development. Taking into consideration the natural gifts and abilities characteristic of each of the three stages, a classical education helps a student to progress from knowledge to understanding and, ultimately, to wisdom. The three stages of the trivium are Grammar, Logic, and Rhetoric.
The Grammar Stage
Kindergarten through 6th Grade Young children are naturally gifted at memorization. They enjoy reciting, collecting facts, and demonstrating what they know. In the early grades, teachers take advantage of their students` ability to memorize and equip them with the rules and basic facts of various academic disciplines, building a strong foundation for further study.
The Logic Stage
7th Through 9th Grade As students approach adolescence, they are no longer content to accept what their parents and teachers tell them is true. Rather, they want to ask lots of questions and find out the answers for themselves. Most students become somewhat argumentative at this stage. Classical educators recognize that this is a necessary phase that students must pass through in order to become independent, thinking adults. Through the study of formal logic, teachers help students learn to reason and to think logically through arguments. Debate is incorporated as much as possible, giving students an opportunity to learn to argue in a winsome and respectful way.
The Rhetoric Stage
10th Through 12th Grade High school students are ready to think great thoughts, to engage in the Great Conversation with philosophers from centuries past, and to learn to express themselves effectively. Students in the Rhetoric Stage engage actively in their education, reading widely and coming to class ready to have a lively Socratic-style discussion with their peers guided by their teachers. In every class, including math and science, students are encouraged to think deeply and to communicate well. The capstone of the rhetoric stage is the senior thesis project, in which students spend a year writing a paper about a subject of their choice then present a condensed form of the paper in the form of a speech. The entire upper school body attends the thesis presentations, and a panel of experts has the opportunity to ask questions. In this project, students must utilize the skills they learned in the grammar stage by researching the facts about their subjects. They must construct logical arguments, drawing on the reasoning skills they learned in the middle school years. And, finally, students must express themselves in a beautiful way, both in their written paper and in their oral presentation. Completion of the senior thesis project helps students to become mature, thoughtful young adults, ready to take on the next challenge that God places in their paths.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Providence Classical School cost?

Providence Classical School's tuition is approximately $18,220 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Providence Classical School?

The acceptance rate of Providence Classical School is 88%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.

What sports does Providence Classical School offer?

Providence Classical School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Providence Classical School's ranking?

Providence Classical School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Highest average SAT score, Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Providence Classical School?

The application deadline for Providence Classical School is Jan. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (5 reviews)

5 1/14/2021

We love PCS. The approach to learning and personal growth for both of our kids is spot on. The administration and teachers truly do care. We love that they are still growing and are happy we found this school as they provide exactly what we were looking for!

- Posted by Parent - nbru

5 11/18/2020

Great school, caring teachers and you can easily see and feel the spirit of the school by just a quick visit to the campus. My kids have attended Providence since Kindergarden and are teenagers now. I was concerned at times that perhaps it wasn't the right fit for both of my kids, but I am so glad that we stayed the course. I am often impressed with not only the knowledge that both of my kids have obtained, but the ability they have to engage with others. If you are looking for something beyond public school with small class size and a great learning environment, Providence is the place.

- Posted by Parent - Vance B

5 5/13/2017

I cannot speak highly enough of PCS. It is a completely different place than any other school we have attended. Once you experience the Classical Christian approach there is no going back and PCS is a thoroughly Christian Classical school that strives for excellence in every area. Rigorous academics paired with outstanding teachers, coaches and staff in a Christ centered environment make PCS one of the best decisions we have ever made for our children.

- Posted by Parent - K Moore

5 2/25/2017

My only regret in attending Providence was not starting sooner. The education I received from Providence Classical School drastically changed the trajectory of my life. Before sophomore year I had attending a mildly Christian, well-respected, private school and a public school with successful extracurriculars. Upon joining the Providence community my 10th grade year, I was shocked at both the bold Christian culture and the transformative education that characterized the entire school. Providence, in accordance with the Christian and classical tradition, is committed to forming students as whole persons. Whether you go on to continue an education in the liberal arts or to study a technical art like business or medicine, Providence prepares you to live a life in God's service. I learned how to care about things true, good, and beautiful, how to ask meaningful questions, and live as a Christian pilgrim in a world longing to be one day fulfilled through reunion with God. Thanks, Providence, for putting me on a path well-worn by centuries of saints who have gone before. I've been graced by good company.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Blake Schorlemer

5 10/27/2012

The teachers are experts in their subjects. Through a defined, Christian, classical-liberal arts curriculum students are prepared to become responsible citizens. There are many extra-curricular sports and activities to help our kids become well-rounded adults. An amazing school!

- Posted by Parent - dscho

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