What’s a good ISEE score for top private schools in Dallas?

Ah, the million-dollar question. While “good” can be a little subjective, most top Dallas private schools like Hockaday, St. Mark’s, and Greenhill tend to expect ISEE scores in the 85th percentile or above. That means your child’s performance is stronger than 85 percent of other test-takers—not too shabby. But don’t panic if your child scores a little lower. Schools look at the full picture: grades, interviews, essays, teacher recs, and sometimes even charm. A strong score helps, but it’s not the only thing that matters. The real goal? Show consistent strength across all sections and improvement over time. And remember, confidence is a pretty good score booster, too.