Greenhill School Admissions Consulting
Expert Guidance for Families Applying to This PreK–12 Day School in Addison, TX
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About the School
About Greenhill School
Greenhill School is a private, co-educational, nonsectarian day school in Addison, Texas, founded in 1950 by Bernard Fulton as the first co-educational, non-denominational PreK–12 school in Dallas. Greenhill is currently led by Head of School Lee Hark and serves approximately 1,400 students across four divisions: Preschool (PreK–K), Lower School (Primer–4), Middle School (5–8), and Upper School (9–12), reflecting a distinctive educational philosophy. With a 5:1 student-teacher ratio and 20 AP courses, Greenhill pairs academic rigor with a genuinely diverse community: nearly half of students identify as students of color, drawn from more than 100 zip codes across the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
Fast Facts
Location
4141 Spring Valley Road, Addison, TX 75001
Type
Private, Co-Educational, Nonsectarian, PreK–12 Day School
Total Enrollment
Approximately 1,400 students
Divisions
Preschool (PreK–K), Lower School (Primer–4), Middle School (5–8), Upper School (9–12)
Colors
Green and Gold; Mascot: Hornet (Hugo the Hornet)
Membership
Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS); Southwest Preparatory Conference (SPC)
This accreditation reflects Greenhill’s standing among Dallas-area independent schools.
Academic Snapshot
AP Courses Offered
20 across the curriculum
Faculty Holding Advanced Degrees
61%
Interscholastic Sports
15 across fall, winter, and spring seasons
Admissions Policy
Need-blind; no merit or athletic scholarships
Families can pair these outcomes with academic coaching support to strengthen a Greenhill application before it’s submitted.
Athletics & Beyond the Classroom
Greenhill competes in the Southwest Preparatory Conference, fielding 15 interscholastic sports including baseball, basketball, cheering, cross country, dance, field hockey, football, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track & field, and volleyball, part of a broader extracurricular program. Academically, Greenhill organizes much of its distinctive programming around its fourth pillar, Design & Innovation, anchored by the Rosa O. Valdes STEM + Innovation Center, alongside robust debate and film programs.
For a deeper look at Greenhill’s admissions process and student life, see our full Greenhill School Profile.
Admissions Timeline
Greenhill’s regular admission deadlines generally fall in December and January, depending on division, with late applications accepted on a rolling basis through March. Post-start-year admission is not offered. Families should confirm exact current-cycle dates directly with the admissions office, since deadlines can shift from year to year.
See our guide to private school open houses and tours for how to make the most of an Admission Preview or Parent/Guardian Visit.
What Makes Greenhill’s Admissions Process Unique?
Greenhill’s primary entry points are PreK, Kindergarten, Primer (a distinctive transitional grade between Kindergarten and 1st grade), 1st grade, 5th grade, and 9th grade. Testing requirements scale by division: PreK through 1st grade applicants complete the CATS (Collaborative Academic Testing Services) assessment, while Middle and Upper School applicants submit ISEE scores. Greenhill also encourages Shadow Visits for first-time applicants to Grades 5 and 9.
Top Tips for Applying
- Confirm which assessment applies to your child’s entry grade: CATS for PreK–1st grade, ISEE for Grades 5 and up.
- Take advantage of a Shadow Visit if your child is a first-time applicant to Grade 5 or 9.
- Apply as early in the cycle as possible; Greenhill’s acceptance rate is notably selective at around 25%.
Best Practices for Families
- Attend an Admission Preview or Parent/Guardian Visit appropriate to your child’s division.
- Understand that Greenhill’s admissions process is need-blind, with no merit or athletic scholarships offered.
- If applying later in the cycle, know that late applications are still accepted on a rolling basis through March.
What the Greenhill Application Requires
For general guidance on assembling a strong private school application, see our full application walkthrough. Families looking to strengthen grades before applying can also turn to Cardinal Education’s tutoring programs.
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01Testing Policy
Applicants for PreK through 1st grade complete the CATS (Collaborative Academic Testing Services) assessment. Middle and Upper School applicants (Grades 5–12) submit ISEE scores.
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02Admissions Philosophy
Greenhill’s admissions process is need-blind, and the school does not offer merit or athletic scholarships. Applications include a Parent Questionnaire for all applicants.
“A friend of ours raved about Cardinal Education, so we figured it couldn’t hurt to give them a try for Greenhill. Turns out that was one of the best decisions we made. They helped us get past the surface-level stuff and figure out how to actually show who our daughter is. She got in, and we definitely don’t regret it.”— Gloria, Parent from Greenhill
How Cardinal Education Helps Greenhill School Applicants
Because Greenhill’s requirements shift by division, from CATS testing at the youngest ages to the ISEE for Grades 5 and up, families benefit from a strategy tailored to their child’s specific entry point. Cardinal Education’s private school admissions consulting helps families prepare for testing, navigate the Shadow Visit process, and put together a genuinely competitive application for a school with a 25% acceptance rate, informed by what schools look for in applicants. Families evaluating Greenhill alongside other options may also find our results useful context.
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