Located in Austin, TX, Montessori School Lake Travis serves 18 students from pre–kindergarten through first grade in a rural, nonsectarian Montessori program.
Founded in 1905, the school operates with 2 teachers, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 9:1.
Annual tuition is $25,000, which is above the Austin average for elementary private schools.
The student body includes 12.5% students of color, reflecting some racial diversity within the small enrollment.
Montessori School Lake Travis ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for school history and resources based on founding date and endowment size.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked TX School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Montessori School Lake Travis ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
Student Body
Total Students
18 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Endowment Size
$50 million
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Truth and Honor'
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Montessori School Lake Travis cost?
Montessori School Lake Travis's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Montessori School Lake Travis?
Montessori School Lake Travis famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate.
What is Montessori School Lake Travis's ranking?
Montessori School Lake Travis ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Montessori School Lake Travis?
The application deadline for Montessori School Lake Travis is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Montessori School Lake Travis is Austin Tennis Academy College Prep (0.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Guidepost Montessori at Bee Cave (0.4 miles away)
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Montessori School
14058 Bee Cave Pkwy Building C
Austin, TX 78738
(470) 348-7972
Austin, TX 78738
(470) 348-7972
0.4 miles
Gr: NS-K | 108 students
The Prep School Of Bee Cave
Daycare / Preschool
14001 Bee Cave Pkwy
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 790-7737
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 790-7737
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 54 students
Austin Tennis Academy College Prep
Special Program Emphasis
6800 Spanish Oaks Club Blvd
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 276-2271
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 276-2271
0.6 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 24 students
3500 Ranch Rd 620 S Bldg G
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 266-9620
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 266-9620
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 88 students Tuition listed
15506 TX-71, Bee Cave, TX 78738
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 351-3403
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 351-3403
1.4 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 204 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition listed
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