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Austin Montessori School

5006 Sunset Trl
Austin, TX 78745

www.austinmontessori.org

Established in 1967 by Donna Bryant Goertz, Austin Montessori School is one of the oldest accredited Association Montessori Internationale institutions in the Austin area.

Austin Montessori provides an integrated, inclusive, highly personalized educational environment for children from 14 months to 14 years old.

Individual classes are specially designed to meet the developmental needs of the age range they serve: 14 months - 3 years (Toddler Community); 3 - 6 years (Children's House); 6-9 (Early Elementary); 9-12 (Upper Elementary): and 12 - 15 (Adolescent Community).

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked TX School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-9
Enrollment: 379 students
Yearly Tuition: $15,720
Average class size: 28 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Austin Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Overview

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association Montessori International (AMI)
Other Montessori association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-9

Year Founded

1967

School Calendar

View School Calendar

Last Day of School

Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students

379 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

22%

State avg.: 41%

Students by Grade

Austin Montessori School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

20 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

19:1

National avg.: 13:1

Average Class Size

28 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$15,720

View national tuition avg.

Admissions Director

Amber Miller

Admissions Associate

Lori Friedman

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Established in 1967 by Donna Bryant Goertz, Austin Montessori School is one of the oldest accredited Association Montessori Internationale institutions in the Austin area. Austin Montessori provides an integrated, inclusive, highly personalized educational environment for children from 14 months to 14 years old. Individual classes are specially designed to meet the developmental needs of the age range they serve: 14 months - 3 years (Toddler Community); 3 - 6 years (Children's House); 6-9 (Early Elementary); 9-12 (Upper Elementary): and 12 - 15 (Adolescent Community).

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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How much does Austin Montessori School cost?

Austin Montessori School's tuition is approximately $15,720 for private students.

What is Austin Montessori School's ranking?

Austin Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Austin Montessori School?

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

In what neighborhood is Austin Montessori School located?

Austin Montessori School is located in the South Austin neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 8 other private schools located in South Austin.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked TX School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-9
Enrollment: 379 students
Yearly Tuition: $15,720
Average class size: 28 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Austin, TX is $18,257 for elementary schools and $18,460 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Austin, TX is 78% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).