Red Comet is a nonsectarian, co鈥揺ducational alternative school located in the suburb of Frisco, TX, serving grades 6 through 12.
The school enrolls 2,845 students, making it one of the largest private school student bodies in Texas.
Red Comet has a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 948:1 supported by 3 teachers.
The student population is 62.59% students of color, reflecting diversity within the school community.
Situated in the Richwoods neighborhood, Red Comet operates in a large suburban area serving families in Frisco and nearby locales.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked TX School
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 2,845 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Red Comet ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
2,845 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
63%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Sapna Ganeshan - Recognized for her leadership in education technology.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Red Comet often compared to?
Red Comet is often viewed alongside schools like Resolute Academy by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Red Comet?
Red Comet famous alumni include: Sapna Ganeshan - Recognized for her leadership in education technology..
What is Red Comet's ranking?
Red Comet ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Red Comet?
The application deadline for Red Comet is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Red Comet located?
Red Comet is located in the Richwoods neighborhood of Frisco, TX.
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
Popular comparisons: Red Comet vs. Resolute Academy
The nearest high school to Red Comet is Coram Deo Academy (1.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Challenger School - Independence (1.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Primrose School Of Prestmont (1.0 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Primrose School Of Prestmont
Daycare / Preschool
4115 Ohio Dr
Frisco, TX 75035
(469) 323-7745
Frisco, TX 75035
(469) 323-7745
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 152 students
Cypress Creek Children's Montessori School
Montessori School
13405 Main St
Frisco, TX 75035
(214) 705-8167
Frisco, TX 75035
(214) 705-8167
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 85 students
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
1.4 miles
Gr: NS-3
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
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 655 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Frisco KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
7400 Kings Ridge Rd
Frisco, TX 75035
(972) 712-2900
Frisco, TX 75035
(972) 712-2900
1.8 miles
Gr: NS-PK
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
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 655 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Grace Covenant Academy-frisco
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
8000 Sanctuary Drive
Frisco, TX 75033
(972) 836-9422
Frisco, TX 75033
(972) 836-9422
4.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 148 students Tuition listed
5000 Academy Drive
Frisco, TX 75034
(469) 633-1330
Frisco, TX 75034
(469) 633-1330
4.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,146 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
6000 Custer Road Bldg 5
Plano, TX 75023
(972) 517-6730
Plano, TX 75023
(972) 517-6730
5.6 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 136 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
6000 Custer Rd. Building 7
Plano, TX 75023
(972) 517-7498
Plano, TX 75023
(972) 517-7498
5.7 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 97 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
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
1.4 miles
Gr: NS-3
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
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 655 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
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
2.5 miles
Gr: NS-1 | 72 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 5
Castle Montessori of Frisco
Montessori School
5050 Legendary Dr.
Frisco, TX 75034
(972) 377-2220
Frisco, TX 75034
(972) 377-2220
2.8 miles
Gr: NS-3 | 287 students Avg. class size: 24 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frisco Montessori Academy
Montessori School
8890 Meadow Hill Dr
Frisco, TX 75033
(972) 712-7400
Frisco, TX 75033
(972) 712-7400
3.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 218 students Avg. class size: 22 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Primrose School Of Prestmont
Daycare / Preschool
4115 Ohio Dr
Frisco, TX 75035
(469) 323-7745
Frisco, TX 75035
(469) 323-7745
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 152 students
Cypress Creek Children's Montessori School
Montessori School
13405 Main St
Frisco, TX 75035
(214) 705-8167
Frisco, TX 75035
(214) 705-8167
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 85 students
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
1.4 miles
Gr: NS-3
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
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 655 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Frisco KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
7400 Kings Ridge Rd
Frisco, TX 75035
(972) 712-2900
Frisco, TX 75035
(972) 712-2900
1.8 miles
Gr: NS-PK
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 77% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6901 Coit Rd
Frisco, TX 75035
(469) 633-5600
Frisco, TX 75035
(469) 633-5600
0.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 2,018 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
(Math: 86% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
5900 Coit Rd
Frisco, TX 75035
(469) 633-2175
Frisco, TX 75035
(469) 633-2175
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 616 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
(Math: 86% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
14140 Countrybrook Dr
Frisco, TX 75035
(469) 633-4025
Frisco, TX 75035
(469) 633-4025
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 773 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
(Math: 81% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12293 Shepherds Hill Ln
Frisco, TX 75035
(469) 633-4800
Frisco, TX 75035
(469) 633-4800
0.7 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 918 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
(Math: 73% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12450 Jereme Trl
Frisco, TX 75035
(469) 633-2100
Frisco, TX 75035
(469) 633-2100
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 623 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
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