Childrens Discovery Center in Irving, TX, offers Montessori education for grades PK–K in a city–based, co–ed setting.
Established in 1904, the school is one of the oldest private education programs in the area.
The school has an enrollment of 22 students, including six kindergarteners, with a student–teacher ratio of 22:1.
The program is affiliated with the Baptist orientation and categorized under other religious affiliations.
Approximately one–third of the student body represents diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked TX School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Childrens Discovery Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1904
Student Body
Total Students
22 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: That Christ's Kingdom and His Glory may increase!
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Childrens Discovery Center's ranking?
Childrens Discovery Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Childrens Discovery Center?
The application deadline for Childrens Discovery Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Francis Montessori (1.3 miles away)
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(972) 554-1980
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