First Christian School in Houston, TX, offers co–ed Montessori education for grades PK through 1 in a large city setting.
The school enrolls 131 students, including 9 in K–12 grades, with a student–teacher ratio of 66:1 supported by 2 teachers.
The student body is approximately 50 percent students of color, reflecting diversity within the school community.
First Christian School is affiliated with the Disciples of Christ denomination and operates in the urban Houston area.
Tuition and specific awards are not listed; nearby Houston private schools typically average $18,929 for elementary tuition.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Student Body
Total Students
131 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for First Christian School?
The application deadline for First Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to First Christian School is Xavier Educational Academy (2.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Presbyterian School (0.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Becker Early Childhood Center (0.1 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Becker Early Childhood Center
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
1500 Sunset Blvd
Houston, TX 77005
(713) 535-6400
Houston, TX 77005
(713) 535-6400
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 153 students
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Daycare / Preschool
1913 Southwest Fwy
Houston, TX 77098
(713) 667-6698
Houston, TX 77098
(713) 667-6698
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 37 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1
40 Oakdale Street
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 520-0284
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 520-0284
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 643 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Paul's School
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
5501 Main St
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 528-6779
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 528-6779
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 237 students
The Joy School
Special Education School
1 Chelsea Blvd
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 523-0660
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 523-0660
0.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 164 students Avg. class size: 6 students Tuition listed
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