At Montessori School Downtown, we provide the kind of quality child care and creative learning environment for which you have been searching.
Early childhood education takes on new meaning when the child's natural curiosity is encouraged and rewarded.
Attending our school is a "positive" growth experience for all children.
Our active, self-directed educational process fosters the utmost in creative thinking.
We empower the children via a unique balance of freedom and responsibility, both in and out of the classroom.
These early academic success experiences create a joy of learning that lasts a lifetime.
Each child is thoroughly evaluated and personally guided through a self-paced curriculum.
This accounts for individual differences and enables the children to progress at their own speed.
Rich curricula are planned for all ages. Language development, strong vocabulary, and enhanced general knowledge are emphasized at all levels.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Student Body
Total Students
138 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
80%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- At Montessori School Downtown, we provide the kind of quality child care and creative learning environment for which you have been searching. Early childhood education takes on new meaning when the child's natural curiosity is encouraged and rewarded. Attending our school is a "positive" growth experience for all children. Our active, self-directed educational process fosters the utmost in creative thinking. We empower the children via a unique balance of freedom and responsibility, both in and out of the classroom. These early academic success experiences create a joy of learning that lasts a lifetime. Each child is thoroughly evaluated and personally guided through a self-paced curriculum. This accounts for individual differences and enables the children to progress at their own speed. Rich curricula are planned for all ages. Language development, strong vocabulary, and enhanced general knowledge are emphasized at all levels.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Montessori School Downtown?
The application deadline for Montessori School Downtown is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Montessori School Downtown located?
Montessori School Downtown is located in the Houston Museum District neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 4 other private schools located in Houston Museum District.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Montessori School Downtown is Episcopal High School (2.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Montessori Country Day School (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Montessori Country Day School #3 (0.4 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Montessori Country Day School
Montessori School
Grades: K-7 | 79 students 0.4 miles 5117 La Branch St
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 520-0738
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 520-0738
0.4
K-7
79
Montessori Country Day School #3
Montessori School
Grades: PK-K | 28 students 0.4 miles 5116 Caroline St
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 521-0979
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 521-0979
0.4
PK-K
28
The Joy School
Special Education School
Grades: K-8 | 164 students 0.6 miles 1 Chelsea Blvd
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 523-0660
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 523-0660
0.6
K-8
164
Precious Jewels Alpha Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
Grades: K-1 | 15 students 0.6 miles 5515 La Branch
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 529-4651
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 529-4651
0.6
K-1
15
Grades: PK-8 | 630 students 0.6 miles 40 Oakdale Street
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 520-0284
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 520-0284
0.6
PK-8
630
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