United Day School

United Day School (UDS), founded in 1953, is located in Laredo, Texas on the U.
S. Mexico border. The school is a co-educational elementary and middle school.
UDS provides opportunities for academic excellence, physical development, artistic fulfillment, character development and community responsibility.
These opportunities seek to create students who are responsible, contributing citizens, as well as, fulfilled individuals with leadership skills.
UDS brings together a diverse student body and supportive, caring teachers with expertise in child development and curriculum.
The UDS experience includes an integrated challenging curriculum. To achieve academic excellence, the program incorporates a full range of teaching styles and activities that help the students develop and mature intellectually.
The character and athletic programs are an integral part of the UDS experience.
The learning process at UDS exposes the students to team sports, student council, talent shows and a variety of community service opportunities both on and off campus.
United Day School is a culturally diverse community dedicated to academic excellence that motivates students to attain their highest levels of achievement supported by family, ethical and spiritual values.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked TX School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 318 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

United Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
318 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
87%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
United Day School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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What schools are United Day School often compared to?
United Day School is often viewed alongside schools like Mary Help Of Christians School by visitors of our site.
What is United Day School's ranking?
United Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for United Day School?
The application deadline for United Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked TX School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 318 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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