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North Central Texas Academy Photo - The NCTA music department produces some outstanding musicians and singers -- many taking #1 ratings at State TAPPS meets. The NCTA art team captured the TAPPS State Championship three years in a row -- 2011, 2012, and 2013 . . . an amazing feat!
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North Central Texas Academy Photo - The NCTA music department produces some outstanding musicians and singers -- many taking #1 ratings at State TAPPS meets. The NCTA art team captured the TAPPS State Championship three years in a row -- 2011, 2012, and 2013 . . . an amazing feat!
TMI Episcopal Photo - All Saints Chapel. TMI welcomes those from other spiritual traditions and celebrates our religious diversity as we journey together and on a path of spiritual and moral growth.
Amerigo Houston Saint Pius X High School Photo
St. Stephen's Episcopal School Photo
San Marcos Academy Photo - Spirit and tradition are always alive at SMA.
The Village School Photo - The Village School's International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme is one of the highest-rated academic programs in the world, and prepares students to excel at any size university, and to be leaders in the 21st century. Many students achieve such exceptional academic outcomes that they are sought after by and succeeding at their top-choice universities.
The Orme School Photo - Sustainability is not a catch phrase here at Orme. It is a commitment that is woven into your daily life, from Sustainability Classes to your meals.
The Hockaday School Photo
New Mexico Military Institute Photo - The Centennial Flame honoring all NMMI alumnae past and present burns brightly to underscore the Institute motto: Duty, Honor, Achievement.
Marine Military Academy Photo - All Marine Military Academy (MMA)Cadets participate in public parades held throughout the year. All parades are held on the MMA Parade Grounds directly adjacent to the Iwo Jima Monument, located at 320 Iwo Jima Boulevard in Harlingen, next to Valley International Airport. MMA’s Honor Band and Silent Drill Team performs at most parades with the exception of summer camp and introductory training graduations.
The Brook Hill School Photo - Award-winning orchestra, choir, and visual arts programs.
Verde Valley School Photo - World class rock climbing and hundreds of hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails near our campus keep our afternoon activities program varied and exciting.

Top Southwestern Boarding Schools (2018-19)

  • School Location Grades Students
  • Amerigo Houston Saint Pius X High School
    Amerigo Houston Saint Pius X High School Photo
    (Catholic)
    811 W. Donovan Street
    Houston, TX 77091
    (312)416-1955
    Grades: 9-12 | 573 students
  • The Brook Hill School
    The Brook Hill School Photo - Championship teams with equal emphasis on girls sports
    (Christian)
    1051 N Houston
    Bullard, TX 75757
    (903)894-5000
    Grades: 8-12, PG | Pre-K-12, PG (day) | 680 students
  • The Hockaday School
    The Hockaday School Photo
    All-girls 
    11600 Welch Road
    Dallas, TX 75229
    (214)360-6526
    Grades: 8-12 | Pre-K-12 (day) | 1090 students
  • Marine Military Academy
    Marine Military Academy Photo - All Marine Military Academy (MMA)Cadets participate in public parades held throughout the year. All parades are held on the MMA Parade Grounds directly adjacent to the Iwo Jima Monument, located at 320 Iwo Jima Boulevard in Harlingen, next to Valley International Airport. MMA’s Honor Band and Silent Drill Team performs at most parades with the exception of summer camp and introductory training graduations.
    All-boys 
    320 Iwo Jima Blvd
    Harlingen, TX 78550

    Grades: 7-12, PG | 261 students
  • New Mexico Military Institute
    New Mexico Military Institute Photo - NMMI offers a high and low ropes course, a rappelling tower, paintball club, scuba club, hiking club and several other outdoor groups!
    (7)
    101 West College Blvd
    Roswell, NM 88201
    (800)421-5376
    Grades: 9-12, PG | 871 students
  • North Central Texas Academy
    North Central Texas Academy Photo - The NCTA music department produces some outstanding musicians and singers -- many taking #1 ratings at State TAPPS meets. The NCTA art team captured the TAPPS State Championship three years in a row -- 2011, 2012, and 2013 . . . an amazing feat!
    3846 N. Hwy. 144
    Granbury, TX 76048
    (254)897-4822
    Grades: K-12 | Pre-K-12 (day) | 192 students
  • The Orme School
    The Orme School Photo - Whether you are an experienced equestrian or a novice, all Orme students participate in our legendary Horsemanship Program. Orme Horsemanship, recently featured in Western Horseman Magazine, offers our students the full breadth of equestrian opportunities, educating even the most timid non-horse enthusiast into comfort and confidence in the saddle.
    1000 Orme School Road, H.C. 63, Box 3040
    Mayer, AZ 86333
    (928)632-7601
    Grades: 8-12, PG | 130 students
  • St. Stephen's Episcopal School
    St. Stephen's Episcopal School Photo
    (Episcopal)
    (1)
    6500 St. Stephen's Drive
    Austin, TX 78746
    (512)327-1213
    Grades: 8-12 | 6-12 (day) | 696 students
  • San Marcos Academy
    San Marcos Academy Photo - Girls and boys residence hall staffs provide nurturing supervision with the structure and discipline necessary for student success.
    (Baptist)
    2801 Ranch Road 12
    San Marcos, TX 78666
    (800)428-5120
    Grades: 6-12 | 4-12 (day) | 260 students
  • TMI Episcopal
    TMI Episcopal Photo - TMI`s boarding program attracts students from around the globe, bringing a unique sense of culture and community that enriches the lives of all students at TMI. Approximately 60 boarders create a positive impact by sharing and learning with their fellow classmates through intercultural celebrations, religious diversity, and student clubs. TMI`s dedicated residential life faculty and staff create a home away
    (Episcopal)
    20955 West Tejas Trail
    San Antonio, TX 78257
    (210)698-7171
    Grades: 9-12 | 465 students
  • Verde Valley School
    Verde Valley School Photo - World class rock climbing and hundreds of hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails near our campus keep our afternoon activities program varied and exciting.
    (12)
    3511 Verde Valley School Road
    Sedona, AZ 86351
    (928)284-2272
    Grades: 9-12 | 120 students
  • The Village School
    The Village School Photo - The Village School offers a wide array of fine and performing arts, athletics and extracurricular activities to help students uncover hidden talents and discover new passions.
    1305 Whittington Drive
    Houston, TX 77077
    (847)840-3064
    Grades: 7-12 | Pre-K-12 (day) | 1750 students
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