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Amarillo Montessori Academy

3806 Bowie Street
Amarillo, TX 79110

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Tel: (806) 353-3871

www.amarillomontessori.com

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Since 1968, Amarillo Montessori Academy had the vision to become "committed to providing quality education in a Montessori setting, encouraging students to develop their potential as self-directed learners and as active, caring, contributing members of society," the Amarillo Montessori Academy, (originally known as Wee Wisdom Montessori School,) has pursued presenting the Montessori method of education to the Texas panhandle.

In our current locations at 3806 and 3807 S. Bowie, our certified Montessori teachers are serving the families of ninety five students ranging in age from six weeks through kindergarten.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked TX School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-4
Enrollment: 267 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,000
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Amarillo Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Overview

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other Montessori association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-4

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1968

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

267 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

24%

State avg.: 41%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

4 teachers

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

13%

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$5,000

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Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Lee Ann Shaw

Admissions Associate

Sue Carroll

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Motto: Amarillo Montessori Academy's mission is to foster independent, confident, academically prepared, and socially responsible citizens, who will be lifelong learners and problem solvers.

Since 1968, Amarillo Montessori Academy had the vision to become "committed to providing quality education in a Montessori setting, encouraging students to develop their potential as self-directed learners and as active, caring, contributing members of society," the Amarillo Montessori Academy, (originally known as Wee Wisdom Montessori School,) has pursued presenting the Montessori method of education to the Texas panhandle. In our current locations at 3806 and 3807 S. Bowie, our certified Montessori teachers are serving the families of 95 students ranging in age from six weeks through kindergarten.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Amarillo Montessori Academy cost?

Amarillo Montessori Academy's tuition is approximately $5,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Amarillo Montessori Academy?

The acceptance rate of Amarillo Montessori Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.

What is Amarillo Montessori Academy's ranking?

Amarillo Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Amarillo Montessori Academy?

The application deadline for Amarillo Montessori Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked TX School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-4
Enrollment: 267 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,000
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Amarillo, TX is $8,596 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).