Ilm Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked TX School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 309 students
Yearly Tuition: $10,980
Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / Apr. 30 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Ilm Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Islamic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Ilm Academy
Nursery	28
Pre-K	40
Kind	20
1	19
2	19
3	19
4	19
5	18
6	18
7	14
8	10
Ungraded	85

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Grade Not Listed highest at 85 students are in Grade Not Listed, far above Nursery at 28 and Pre-K at 40.

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Dual Language Immersion Program

Yes

Secondary Immersion Language

Other

Year Founded

2006

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Student Body

Total Students

309 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

89%

State avg.: 42%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

33 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

40%

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

We follow a strict, yet reasonable Islamic attire uniform (pants, tunics, long and short sleeve polos, long skirts, and free dress days once a week for Middle School)

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Islamic School League of America (ISLA)
American Montessori Society (AMS)
Other special emphasis association(s)
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)
Texas Private School Accreditation Commission (TEPSAC)
Council of Islamic Schools in North America (CISNA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 31 / Apr. 30 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$10,980

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Tuition Notes

This is an average estimate of tuition for one child. Tuition rates will vary depending on the level/grade of the child and number of days a week for ECC students.

Admissions Director

Dr. Sammy Alali

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

1 sport

Sports

Squash

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

22 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

After-school Art ClassesAfter-school Urdu classes

Building Bridges Middle School Interfaith ProgramChess Club

Girl Scouts Of San JacintoIEIT Basketball Tournaments

Jerusalem Peace BuildersJournalism

Model UN ClassRobotics

Science FairSTEM Classes

Arts and Music Programs:

Capstone ClassChildren of Charity Projects

Math LeagueOdyssey of the Mind

PSIA CompetitionsQuran Competitions

Regional Arabic CompetitionsStudent Council

Recreational Athletic Programs:

After school Soccer Skills classesInterfaith Youth Houston

School Notes

ILM Academy promotes academic excellence and Islamic values in a nurturing environment that empowers students to reach their highest academic potential while preparing them to become leaders in the service of their families, their communities, and god.
We offer a positive, nurturing environment where both staff and students feel welcome.
Benefits include a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, tuition discount for children, paid professional development, a medical reimbursement plan, and a dynamic and supportive work environment.

ILM Academy is committed to providing an education of the highest academic caliber implementing sound educational theory and practice that will enable our children to become leaders in a new, globalized society. Rooted in strong Islamic values, students will strengthen and maintain their Islamic identity while recognizing the diversity inherent in the world around them and programs to interact with peers of various religious backgrounds and cultures. Through a challenging and diverse curriculum that integrates all disciplines in an Islamic environment, students will develop the leadership potential and balanced character needed to face the challenges that lie ahead.ILM Academy students have an incredible amount of confidence. Their demeanor and behavior is very respectful. Our students are academically focused, and our goal is to help instill good moral character. We are a very inclusive, nurturing, and family-like community here at ILM Academy and have students from many diverse backgrounds.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Ilm Academy cost?

Ilm Academy's tuition is approximately $10,980 for private students.

What sports does Ilm Academy offer?

Ilm Academy offers 1 interscholastic sports: Squash.

What is Ilm Academy's ranking?

Ilm Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Ilm Academy?

The application deadline for Ilm Academy is Jan. 31 / Apr. 30 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 / Apr. 30 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Ilm Academy located?

Ilm Academy is located in the Northwest Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 16 other private schools located in Northwest Houston.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Houston, TX is $18,057 for elementary schools and $22,086 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Houston, TX is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).