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Southwestern Boarding Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 college-prep and junior boarding schools serving 4,204 students located throughout Southwestern.
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Boarding Schools: 6
  • # Students Served: 4,204
  • Average Tuition: $56,730
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 41%
  • Average Acceptance Rate: 68%
  • Average Class Size: 15 students
  • Average SAT Score: 1,246
  • % Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 67%
  • % Students Boarding: 53%
  • % International Students: 31%
  • % Students of Color: 37%

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Boarding Schools: 6
  • # Students Served: 4,204
  • Average Tuition: $56,730
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 41%
  • Average Acceptance Rate: 68%
  • Average Class Size: 15 students
  • Average SAT Score: 1,246
  • % Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 67%
  • % Students Boarding: 53%
  • % International Students: 31%
  • % Students of Color: 37%

Best Southwestern Boarding Schools (2026-27)

The Brook Hill School Photo - The Brook Hill School. Christ-Centered. College Prep.
The Brook Hill School
Gr: 8-12 | Pre-K-12 (day) | 900 students
Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Avg. class size: 14 students
Acceptance rate: 71%
Tuition listed
Christian
1051 N Houston
Bullard, TX 75757
(903) 894-5000
(3)
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Marine Military Academy Photo
Marine Military Academy
Gr: 7-12, PG | 200 students
Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Avg. class size: 11 students
Acceptance rate: 70%
Tuition listed
All-boys
320 Iwo Jima Blvd
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 423-6006
(1)
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New Mexico Military Institute Photo - Cadets forge lifelong friendships at NMMI.
New Mexico Military Institute
Gr: 9-12, PG | 871 students
Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Avg. class size: 15 students
Acceptance rate: 85%
Tuition listed
101 West College Blvd
Roswell, NM 88201
(800) 421-5376
(7)
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St. Stephen's Episcopal School Photo
St. Stephen's Episcopal School
Gr: 8-12 | 6-12 (day) | 500 students
Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Avg. class size: 17 students
Acceptance rate: 50%
Tuition listed
Episcopal
6500 St. Stephen's Drive
Austin, TX 78746
(512) 327-1213
(1)
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San Marcos Academy Photo - San Marcos Academy has offered a tradition of excellence in private, Christian education since 1907.
San Marcos Academy
Gr: 6-12 | Pre-K-12 (day) | 333 students
Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Avg. class size: 15 students
Acceptance rate: 80%
Tuition listed
Baptist
2801 Ranch Road 12
San Marcos, TX 78666
(800) 428-5120
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The Village School Photo - The Village School boarding students reside in on-campus dormitories. We take pride in providing a safe, nurturing living environment.
The Village School
Gr: 6-12 | PK-12 (day) | 1,400 students
Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Avg. class size: 18 students
Acceptance rate: 50%
Tuition listed
13051 Whittington Drive
Houston, TX 77077
(281) 496-7900
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many boarding schools are located in Southwestern area of the USA?
There are 6 college-preparatory boarding schools located in Southwestern area of the USA.
What is the average tuition cost of boarding school in Southwestern area of the USA?
The average Southwestern area of the USA boarding school tuition cost is $56,730 per year.
What is the oldest boarding school in Southwestern area of the USA?
New Mexico Military Institute, founded in 1891, is the oldest boarding school in Southwestern area of the USA.
What boarding school in Southwestern area of the USA has the lowest acceptance rates?
St. Stephen's Episcopal School has the lowest boarding school acceptance rate (50%) in Southwestern area of the USA.
What boarding school in Southwestern area of the USA has the highest average SAT scores?
St. Stephen's Episcopal School has the highest average SAT scores (1380) in Southwestern area of the USA.

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