The Tenney School

2055 South Gessner Road, Houston, TX, 77063-0770
Tel: (713)783-6990
Grades: 6 - 12 | 55 students
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The Tenney School promotes individualized learning and the acquisition of positive attitudes, advanced knowledge, and skills for success. The program approach delivers individual student attention, customized instructional approaches, to maximized academic achievement for each student.

School Overview:
The Tenney School
School Type School with Special Program Emphasis
School Membership(s) Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 6 - 12
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Learning Programs Supported Individualized Student Attention
Year Founded 1973
Student Body
Total Students 55 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 6% (TX School Avg.: 30%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 27 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 3:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 50%
Average Class Size 1 students
Number of AP Courses 5 courses
Advanced Courses
Calculus AB Calculus BC
English III English IV
Environmental Science US History
Classroom dress code Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $23,000
Acceptance Rate 85%
Admissions Director Michael Tenney

School Notes:

  • The Tenney School creates an enviornment in which students develop their academic skills and work ethic, leading to better performance in school and life. High school students pursue a regular or advanced diploma while the one student : one teacher approach allows individual learning needs and styles to be addressed. Small group classes provide peer interaction and group learning experiences. Beyond state mandated courses in english, mathematics, history and science, The Tenney School offers various electives such as Spanish, art, computer and SAT preparation, advanced placement classes in English are available to qualified students, flexibility in class scheduling can accommodate students with special circumstances.

    • Profile last updated: 11/01/2012

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The Tenney School
Gr. 6-12 | 0 mi. away
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