Mary Help of Christians School is a School where children love to learn and learn to love.
The mission of MHCS is to educate youth academically and spiritually in the Catholic, Salesian tradition of reason, religion, and loving kindness.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked TX School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Mary Help Of Christians School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1935
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
444 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Truth and Honor
- Mary Help of Christians School is a School where children love to learn and learn to love.
- The mission of MHCS is to educate youth academically and spiritually in the Catholic, Salesian tradition of reason, religion, and loving kindness.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mary Help Of Christians School often compared to?
Mary Help Of Christians School is often viewed alongside schools like United Day School by visitors of our site.
What is Mary Help Of Christians School's ranking?
Mary Help Of Christians School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Mary Help Of Christians School?
The application deadline for Mary Help Of Christians School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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