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Austin Montessori School

5006 Sunset Trl Austin, TX 78745
Tel: (512) 892-0253
www.austinmontessori.org

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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About the School

  • 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)

School Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Student Body
Largest student body

School Facts

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
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeAustin Montessori School
Pre-K150
Kind36
131
234
327
419
520
613
717
820
912
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Year Founded
1967
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Student Body

Total Students
379 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 42%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
28 students

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$15,720
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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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Frequently Asked Questions

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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