A Family owned and operated business, we have focused on building communication and excellent care and education for students since 1973.
Clear Lake Montessori School is well know for it's different attitude about communicating each child's needs about each period of growth with every child's family.
We are truly a partnership in caring and educating the children in our school.
Using Montessori traditional materials along with new educational theories, we are the perfect blend to meet each individual child's needs.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
all non-violent conditions or those requiring a nurse
Year Founded
1973
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
63 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
closed shoes
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Cost is caculated by hours child is enrolled in class whether care before and after is needed and of course age of child.
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Lori DaNel Dotson
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Respect Yourself, Respect Others, Respect Your Environment
- Please call us to schedule a tour, or drop by if you are in the neighborhood, we would love to meet you and your child!
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Clear Lake Montessori?
The acceptance rate of Clear Lake Montessori is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.
When is the application deadline for Clear Lake Montessori?
The application deadline for Clear Lake Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Clear Lake Montessori located?
Clear Lake Montessori is located in the Clear Lake neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 10 other private schools located in Clear Lake.
School Reviews
5 8/16/2016
Clear Lake Montessori is a blessing. This was the first school that did not give up or my son. The staff is understanding and takes the time to love each child as a child, not as an income.
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