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Most Selective Private Preschools in Texas

The average private preschool acceptance rate in Texas is 84% per year (2026).
The most selective school in Texas is LIH- Lycée International de Houston, with an acceptance rate of 5%.
Acceptance Rate Range: 5% 65% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 38%

Most Selective Private Preschools in Texas (2026)

School
Acceptance Rate
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
LIH- Lycée International de Houston
LIH- Lycée International de Houston Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(843)
Acceptance Rate: 5%
Grades: NS-12
15950 Park Row
Houston, TX 77084
(832) 474-1013
Rank: #22.
Sacred Heart Catholic School
(Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 14%
Grades: PK-8
907 Runneburg Rd
Crosby, TX 77532
(281) 328-6561
Rank: #33.
TCS
Acceptance Rate: 15%
Grades: NS-12
600 Congress Avenue
Austin, TX 78701
(737) 980-3388
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
The Hockaday School
The Hockaday School Photo
All-girls
Acceptance Rate: 16%
Grades: PK-12
11600 Welch Road
Dallas, TX 75229
(214) 360-6526
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
San Antonio Academy Of Texas
San Antonio Academy Of Texas Photo - Established in 1886, San Antonio Academy provides an exceptional education intentionally crafted for boys, Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade.
All-boys
(7)
Acceptance Rate: 16%
Grades: PK-8
117 E French Pl
San Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 733-7331
Rank: #66.
St. Francis School
St. Francis School Photo - Our amazing SFS faculty and staff!
Acceptance Rate: 20%
Grades: PK-8
300 E Huntland Dr
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 454-0848
Rank: #77.
St. Lukes Episcopal School
St. Lukes Episcopal School Photo
(Episcopal)
(4)
Acceptance Rate: 23%
Grades: PK-8
15 St. Lukes Lane
San Antonio, TX 78209
(210) 826-0664
Rank: #8 - 178. - 17.
Antioch Christian Academy
(Baptist)
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: PK-5
227 Eross
San Antonio, TX 78202
(210) 222-0159
Rank: #8 - 178. - 17.
Creative Connections Chldrns C
Daycare / Preschool
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: NS
9302 Wilcrest Dr
Houston, TX 77099
(281) 568-1121
Rank: #8 - 178. - 17.
Everest Academy
(Islamic)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: PK-11
610 Brand Ln
Stafford, TX 77477
(281) 261-3030
Rank: #8 - 178. - 17.
Goldberg Montessori School
Goldberg Montessori School Photo
Montessori School (Jewish)
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: NS-K
4610 Bellaire Blvd.
Bellaire, TX 77401
(713) 723-3856
Rank: #8 - 178. - 17.
Greenhill School
Greenhill School Photo
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: PK-12
4141 Spring Valley Road
Addison, TX 75001
(972) 628-5400
Rank: #8 - 178. - 17.
Haltom Christian School
(Christian)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: NS-4
5617 Diamond Oaks Drive South
Haltom City, TX 76117
(817) 838-8393
Rank: #8 - 178. - 17.
North West Christian Academy
Alternative School (Baptist)
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: K
1704 Crooked Lane
Fort Worth, TX 76112
(817) 429-0237
Rank: #8 - 178. - 17.
St. Francis Montessori Christian School
Montessori School (Christian)
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: PK-K
6280 Los Robles Dr
El Paso, TX 79912
(915) 842-1765
Rank: #8 - 178. - 17.
St. Joseph Catholic School
St. Joseph Catholic School Photo
(Catholic)
(16)
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: PK-12
600 S Coulter Dr
Bryan, TX 77803
(979) 822-6641
Rank: #8 - 178. - 17.
Southminster School
Southminster School Photo - Southminster school is incredibly diverse and we honor the unique perspectives of others!
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
(11)
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: PK-K
2310 Brightwater
Missouri City, TX 77459
(281) 261-7782
Rank: #1818.
River Oaks Baptist School
River Oaks Baptist School Photo
(Christian)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 35%
Grades: NS-8
2300 Willowick Rd
Houston, TX 77027
(713) 623-6938
Rank: #1919.
The John Cooper School
The John Cooper School Photo - The Rock Math & Science Center
(11)
Acceptance Rate: 40%
Grades: PK-12
One John Cooper Drive
Spring, TX 77381
(281) 367-0900
Rank: #2020.
Annunciation Orthodox School
Annunciation Orthodox School Photo
(Greek Orthodox)
(5)
Acceptance Rate: 41%
Grades: NS-8
3600 Yoakum Blvd
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 470-5600
Rank: #2121.
Presbyterian School
Presbyterian School Photo - Middle School students participate in the School's BYOiPad program. Each student has his/her own iPad to complete class work and assignments. Other digital resources for learning include laptops, Smart Boards, and Apple TV.
(Presbyterian)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 43%
Grades: PK-8
40 Oakdale Street
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 520-0284
Rank: #22 - 2422. - 24.
Duchesne Academy Of The Sacred Heart
Duchesne Academy Of The Sacred Heart Photo - Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart is Houston's only all-girls' Catholic school offering Pre-K3 through 12th-grade education.
All-girls (Catholic)
(5)
Acceptance Rate: 50%
Grades: PK-12
10202 Memorial Dr
Houston, TX 77024
(713) 468-8211
Rank: #22 - 2422. - 24.
Kaufman Christian School
Kaufman Christian School Photo - Pre-K in this year's spirit shirt and underneath this year's theme, "Living in Love."
(Christian)
Acceptance Rate: 50%
Grades: PK-12
401 N Shannon St
Kaufman, TX 75142
(972) 932-6111
Rank: #22 - 2422. - 24.
Trinity Christian Academy
Trinity Christian Academy Photo
(Christian)
(11)
Acceptance Rate: 50%
Grades: PK-12
17001 Addison Rd
Addison, TX 75001
(972) 931-8325
Rank: #25 - 3225. - 32.
Anderson Private School for the Gifted, Talented and Creative
Anderson Private School for the Gifted, Talented and Creative Photo - Mrs. Anderson & Jake confabulating at the swimming pool
Special Program Emphasis
(5)
Acceptance Rate: 60%
Grades: PK-12
14900 White Settlement Road
Fort Worth, TX 76108
(817) 448-8484
Rank: #25 - 3225. - 32.
Capitol School Of Austin
Capitol School Of Austin Photo - Every year, Capitol School celebrates Snow Day, when a truck-load of snow is delivered to our front yard and students participate in a winter and snow-themed activities. This is a favorite for many of our students who have never seen real snow!
Special Education School
Acceptance Rate: 60%
Grades: PK-5
2011 W Koenig Lane
Austin, TX 78756
(512) 467-7006
Rank: #25 - 3225. - 32.
Hill Country Christian School of Austin
Hill Country Christian School of Austin Photo
(Christian)
(6)
Acceptance Rate: 60%
Grades: PK-12
12124 Ranch Rd 620 North
Austin, TX 78750
(512) 331-7036
Rank: #25 - 3225. - 32.
Acceptance Rate: 60%
Grades: PK-12
10737 Gateway Blvd W Suite 204
El Paso, TX 79935
(915) 856-7243
Rank: #25 - 3225. - 32.
Prince Of Peace Christian School
Prince Of Peace Christian School Photo
(Christian)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 60%
Grades: PK-12
4004 Midway Rd
Carrollton, TX 75007
(972) 447-0532
Rank: #25 - 3225. - 32.
St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School
St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School Photo - Students at STA range from pre-kindergarten 3-year-olds to 8th graders.
(Catholic)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 60%
Grades: PK-8
3741 Abrams Rd
Dallas, TX 75214
(214) 826-0566
Rank: #25 - 3225. - 32.
Westbury Christian School
Westbury Christian School Photo - Class of 2023 Graduation
(Church of Christ)
(22)
Acceptance Rate: 60%
Grades: PK-12
10420 Hillcroft St.
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 551-8100
Rank: #25 - 3225. - 32.
Woodlands Christian Academy
Woodlands Christian Academy Photo - 100% of our seniors are accepted to colleges and universities across the US. On average, graduates receive over 100k in merit-based scholarships.
(Christian)
(3)
Acceptance Rate: 60%
Grades: PK-12
5800 Academy Way
Conroe, TX 77384
(936) 273-2555
Rank: #3333.
The Montessori School Of San Antonio
The Montessori School Of San Antonio Photo - Explore the world.
Montessori School
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 64%
Grades: PK-8
17722 Rogers Ranch Parkway
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 492-3553
Rank: #34 - 3634. - 36.
Covenant Academy
Covenant Academy Photo
(Christian)
(6)
Acceptance Rate: 65%
Grades: PK-12
11711 Telge Road
Cypress, TX 77429
(281) 373-2233
Rank: #34 - 3634. - 36.
The Regis School Of The Sacred Heart
The Regis School Of The Sacred Heart Photo
All-boys (Catholic)
(7)
Acceptance Rate: 65%
Grades: PK-8
7330 Westview Dr
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 682-8383
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Texas average private preschools acceptance rate?
The Texas average private preschools acceptance rate is 84% for 2026.
What are the most selective private preschools in Texas?
The top-ranked private preschools in Texas include LIH- Lycée International de Houston, Sacred Heart Catholic School and TCS.

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