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Momentous School

106 E 10th Street
Dallas, TX 75203

The J. Erik Jonsson Community School provides innovative teaching and learning within a family-friendly environment for at-risk kids from age three through fifth grade.

Over 75 percent of the school’s 230 students qualify for the free or reduced federal lunch program.

Families are encouraged to participate actively in their child’s education and in the life of the school.

The School's Family Guidance Coordinator stays connected with parents of our three year-old students through monthly home visits, emphasizing.

All classroom teachers make annual home visits at the beginning of each school year.

The Jonsson School's enriched, accelerated curriculum is based on Texas Education Agency standards.

Preschool and kindergarten classes have a maximum of 12 students to one teacher.

First through fifth grades have a maximum of 16 students to one certified teacher.

Each student receives specialized instruction in art, music and physical education.

Teaching focuses on engaging students around projects, problems, and collaborative learning, nurturing a true community of learners in each classroom.

Quick Stats (2024)

Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 241 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association for the Education of Young Children
National Association of Laboratory Schools
Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-5

Student Body

Total Students

241 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

99%

State avg.: 41%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

20 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Based on family income

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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When is the application deadline for Momentous School?

The application deadline for Momentous School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Momentous School located?

Momentous School is located in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 10 other private schools located in Oak Cliff.

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Quick Stats (2024)

Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 241 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Dallas, TX is $13,880 for elementary schools and $18,491 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Dallas, TX is 74% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).