School Overview
Data & methodologyOverall
A-
Matriculation
B+
Academics
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Extracurriculars
A-
Community
B+
Reviews
A-
Founded in 1913 and among this country's leading girls' schools, Hockaday offers a rigorous, college-preparatory program for girls in grades 8 through 12 (boarding); and pre-K through 12 (day). Classes average between 14-16 students with an overall student/teacher ratio of 10:1. The campus extends over 100 acres in a residential area of northwest Dallas. Hockaday seeks to enroll a diverse student body. Currently 9 states and 12 countries are represented in our student body; 37% are students of color; and 3% are international students.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$39,510
Enrollment
1113
International Students
10%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:9
Endowment
$191 million
AP
18
Average SAT Score
1485
Average ACT Score
32
Class Size
15
Boarding %
8.5
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2022-2024)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #1 | Princeton University | 1 |
| #2 | Columbia University | 6 |
| #2 | Harvard College | 6 |
| #2 | Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 6 |
| #5 | Yale University | 6 |
| LAC #1 | Williams College | 3 |
| #6 | Stanford University | 5 |
| #6 | University of Chicago | 7 |
| #8 | University of Pennsylvania | 8 |
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Academics
AP Scores
(2021) Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores
AP Courses
(18)|
Chinese Language and Culture
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French Language and Culture
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Latin
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Chinese Language and Culture
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French Language and Culture
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Latin
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Environmental Science
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Physics C: Mechanics
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Computer Science A
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Statistics
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Macroeconomics
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Microeconomics
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United States History
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World History
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Studio Art: 2-D Design
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Studio Art: 3-D Design
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Sports
(14)|
Basketball
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Crew
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Cross Country
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Diving
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Fencing
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Field Hockey
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Basketball
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Crew
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Cross Country
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Diving
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Fencing
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Field Hockey
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Golf
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Lacrosse
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Soccer
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Softball
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Swimming
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Tennis
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Track and Field
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Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
(23)|
House Council
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Junior Classical League
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Junior Engineering and Technical Society (JETS)
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Mu Alpha Theta
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Student Council
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Mundo latino
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House Council
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Junior Classical League
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Junior Engineering and Technical Society (JETS)
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Mu Alpha Theta
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Student Council
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Mundo latino
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neuro science club
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DAD club
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Biology Club
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Airborne angel cadets
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World Records Club
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Philosophy Club
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Investment Club
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Ping Pong Club
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Disciplinary Council
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Junior Proctors
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Kaleidoscope
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La Nouvelle
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Memorial Arch Magazine (art & poetry)
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Model U.N
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Outdoor Adventure Club
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Scrapbooking Club
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Student Diversity Board
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Arts
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Chamber Orchestra
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Choir
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Dance
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Drama
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Music
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Theater
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Chamber Orchestra
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Choir
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Dance
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Drama
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Music
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Theater
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Film
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Filmmaking
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Photography
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Sculpture
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Studio Art
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Debate
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about The Hockaday School
Tell me a bit about The Hockaday School.
The Hockaday School is All-girls private day school located in Texas, US. It was founded 1913 , and currently has about 1113 students, 10.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.hockaday.org.
For more official information, please visit http://www.hockaday.org.
Does The Hockaday School have rigorous academic requirements?
The Hockaday School is offering 18 AP courses.
Where do The Hockaday School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 7.39% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 6.8% go to top 25, and about 2.38% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for The Hockaday School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, The Hockaday School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, TOEFL for international students, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for The Hockaday School?
The day tuition for The Hockaday School in 2024 is
$39,510 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at jliggitt@hockaday.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at jliggitt@hockaday.org .
Where is The Hockaday School located?
The Hockaday School is located in the State of Texas of USA. The closest major city is Dallas, which is about 8 miles away from school. Most families can choose Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is The Hockaday School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, The Hockaday School is among the most popular schools, within top 76 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also The Hockaday School has been favorited by 392 users.
Also The Hockaday School has been favorited by 392 users.
How do I complete an application for The Hockaday School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about The Hockaday School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit The Hockaday School’s official site: http://www.hockaday.org or call them at 214-360-6526.
Also it is highly recommended to visit The Hockaday School’s official site: http://www.hockaday.org or call them at 214-360-6526.
Are there additional schools that are located close to The Hockaday School?
Yes, here are few:
Episcopal School Of Dallas, Vanguard Preparatory School and North Central Texas Academy.
The closest major city is Dallas. You can find out more schools near Dallas here.
The closest major city is Dallas. You can find out more schools near Dallas here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for The Hockaday School?
The overall rating for The Hockaday School is A-.
The section ratings of The Hockaday School are:
B+ for Matriculation
A for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
B+ for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of The Hockaday School are:
B+ for Matriculation
A for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
B+ for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
Dallas, a vibrant metropolis in North Texas, is a major commercial and cultural center. The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza commemorates the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in 1963. In the Arts District, the Dallas Museum of Art and the Crow Collection of Asian Art feature expansive collections spanning centuries of global art. The Nasher Sculpture Center, known for its sleek design, highlights contemporary sculptures. Dallas also boasts a lively music scene, diverse dining, and a thriving business district.
Population (2022)
1,279,910
Cost of Living
Higher than average 4%
Nearby Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
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