It's a very nice looking school. Think Breakfast Club…read more It's also in a good neighborhood and has a great football stadium. We enjoy supporting the kids and my kids love going to their football games and musicals. I don't know what kind of crime they have as it is a high school and there are kids with rough home lives, but it appears to be doing well and as I've always seen, you get what you look for!

Don't mistake Lake Highlands for what it's not, this is an okay school with the district of…read moreRichardson to lean back on. I would advice to look into other schools however, this place is going downhill fast. The neighborhood in which the facility is located is nice, there is a recreational center right across the street that is sometimes used by the school for science projects and what not. The environment of the school is very clique-y and it is quite visibly noted during lunch where mostly white students (with some exceptions) eat at the student center while black and Hispanics tend to drift in the cafeteria, why this is I will never understand. Staff doesn't really mind the cliques and in some cases it seems they promote it. Hm... My biggest issue with this institution is the staff. Most of the staff here is very prissy, rude and unprofessional. If you need something from them I advice you to send them a notice 2 years prior because unless someone is dying or it benefits them, they really don't care. I would never send my child to an institution like this. Rude rude rude.

My two children are thriving at Lakehill. They have been enrolled six years now. My junior in high…read moreschool son and ninth grade daughter have learned many valuable social, emotional, athletic, and certainly educational lessons. Moving them from Lamplighter was very timely as they were craving structured environments that had rigorous academics. I am thrilled that they have been able to pursue their passions - including theater, sports, volunteerism, so many clubs, and leadership opportunities. Don't let the small class size fool you, it is a blessing! There are tons of opportunities for growth and they encourage the students to shine based on their own merits. Contrary to that negative yelp post from way too many years ago (P.S. You can't blame a child's drug habit on the school. That's called observant & disciplined parenting), the administration keeps a close eye on the students and alerts the parents quickly to concerns or behavior shifts. I can confidently say that we have parented in partnership with the school to raise smart, respectful, creative, athletic, well-balanced students. And Lakehill's focus on college prep is indeed a strength. The college counselor Ms. Dondis is a highly acclaimed professional - even a sought after expert speaker in her field. We specifically looked at Lakehill because it offered nondenominational education with so many opportunities in a nurturing, structured environment with a solid academic track record. 5 Stars for great academics, sports, a great community of involved parents,and a caring administration!

My 7th grade nephew currently attends this school, and he has since he started kindergarten. He is…read morevery happy to go to school, participate in sports and service projects, and make and keep what are sure to be long time friendships, all of which are long term benefits of a smaller, private school education. I feel as though he is a mature, respectful, well-prepared middler who I expect to achieve a very sold, college readiness experience. In terms of technology, the school does use lots - iPads, laptops, labs..... fairly typical of what I expect from a school such as this. The most important part of my observation is that he is happy and likes to go to school. I'm impressed. When I lived and taught in Dallas, I had no idea what this school was until a colleague left my school to teach there. That was 1997 - and he is STILL THERE! Since then another friend left his school to teach there. At this point it got my attention. Then they hired a marketing director, and the school started appearing more and more in the paper - like a LOT. Service projects became popular and a mainstay, and it was clear there was a strategic plan executed that included some serious "play," which has paid off; all of these things, my nephew participated in. It's a best kept secret for sure. From a community member perspective, living in the Lakewood area was a good experience, and I was able to participate in their fund raisers (Trek For Tech, among others), even though I didn't have kids in the school. Overall, if you are looking for a private school, you may be immediately enamored with the "big 5 (St. Marks, Cistercian, ESD, Hockaday, and Ursuline), and there are HUGE merits to each of them, but Lakehill prep is not to be missed.

a rival school to Hillcrest. More predominantly white and better funded. If you want a better IB…read moreexperience with a smaller class size, go to hillcrest. But if you care more about social things than woodrow is for you. Tbh i prefer hillcrest academically but this school def has better sports. your pic!

Woodrow works wonders. It serves a population which goes from the children of doctors, lawyers and…read moreother post-grad professionals to those whose parents didn't finish school in Mexico. This mix is unique, you won't find it at other schools. The social skills and friendships formed are as impressive as the academics. Speaking of that, The Dallas Morning News recently published that Woodrow is #1 in academic gains in Dallas. The school was redesigned three years ago into four college prep academies which offer AP and IB (International Baccalaureate). Woodrow and its feeder, J. L. Long Middle School, are the only two IB schools in Dallas. Transfers for those out of the attendance zone are available with applications starting in January. Unlike DISD magnets, Woodrow offers the full range of athletic and extracurricular activities. It is the quintessential American high school experience. The Lakewood area is a bit like a small town and many generations have attended the school resulting in many traditions and an extensive alumni network. My only gripe would be that the principal, going into his third year, is a little to strict on spirit and pep rallies. He does attend most sporting events, however. Overall, it's a great school and a true oasis of education in DISD.

If I could give zero stars I would. These people had us in for two tours, said they could…read moreaccommodate both of my children, and then when I told them about my three year old's (minimal) special needs, they made up a "trial day" only to reject him. They didn't give him a chance. I would not trust my children with this school if someone paid me. Blessing in disguise. My biggest regret is subjecting my child to their insensitivity for the two hours he spent there.

After moving to Dallas from the suburbs, we quickly found out that there is not an abundance of…read morechildcare facilities in the area. Luckily we found White Rock North School and have been very pleased with how our children are performing academically. Since they use the Saxon Phonics program in Pre-K, my daughter went into kindergarten with a strong reading foundation. I love this is not just a daycare, it is a school. My son goes to PE, art and music class. The curriculum is well planned and my son is thriving academically.

I went to Lakeview and graduated from here in 2008. I was amongst the top 50 in my class and I…read moreloved my high school experience. Although we had principal changes over my four years, the school turned around quite nicely. The art and TV magnet is an extremely good program for those interested in it. It also helped give some good public exposure to the school. It's a great day to be alive and it's a great day to be a patriot!

The workers are always friendly and welcoming. They helped with an issue I had with a junior high…read morein the district and resolved it quickly and efficiently.

School has nice classrooms with updated technologies and top notch teachers who care for your kids.read more

St Pats is a small school with limited enrollment so the students all get to know each other well…read morefor the 9 years they attend. There are 2 classes for each grade level. Parents are highly involved in the classroom, in the lunchroom, carpool line, on field trips, and with fundraising events. Teachers work with kids on social skills (i.e. implementing the Golden Rule, helping the less fortunate, not bullying, etc. ) throughout the day, and especially during daily religion classes. We were concerned that St Pats didn't have a gifted program like RISD has REACH. However, our child has the kindergarten teacher who spends an hour each week doing REACH puzzles that RISD kindergarteners can do one evening a month. Students are tested before entering kindergarten for temperment and acedemic aptitude. This helps school administrators know how to divide students. There are 2 kinder classrooms, one with a slower softer teacher for students who are not as acclimated to school, the other teacher has the faster learners and inspires great enthusiasm in her students. (if your child is already reading before starting Kinder, which is not necessary, but you will want to be sure to request the accelerated teacher) Also, in the spring of kindergarten year, students can begin Chess club. Later in upper grades, there is a 2 week summer program for gifted students in the diocese that is by invitation based on grades which explores science and the arts. Overall, St Pats is a very nice learning environment, close community of parents and students, and a great value for your money.