Smaller Scholars Montessori (2026-27 Profile)

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School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 239 students
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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Smaller Scholars Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-5

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Smaller Scholars Montessori
Pre-K	150
Kind	30
1	10
2	10
3	20
4	10
5	9

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Pre-K enrollment largest with 150 students, far above Kind at 30 and every grade 1-5 level.

Year Founded

1985

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

239 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

55%

State avg.: 42%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

20:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

Average Class Size

22 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

uniforms

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Admissions Director

Ms. Janet

Application URL

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

13 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Chess WizardsLego Robotics

Reading Fun & ActivitiesScience - Elementary

Science - Pre-schoolSpanish

Arts and Music Programs:

ArtBeginning Piano

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Dance/BalletDevelopmental Gymastics

KarateKid Fit

Yoga

School Notes

At Smaller Scholars Montessori Academy, our trained, qualified and caring staff takes a hands-on Montessori approach to learning and provides quality programming and dedicated teachers for children 18 months to 12 years old.
Due to our individualized instruction, you may apply for entry at any time. Our most important goal is to provide your child with an environment that champions children to grow intellectually, emotionally, socially, and physically and to cultivate a lifetime love of learning.

Smaller Scholars has been celebrating excellence since 1985
Our Montessori certified staff averages more than 10 years of experience
With the Montessori advantage, your child will become more confident, more creative and better able to make independent choices qualities which help lead to success in life
Optional after school classes include Art, Karate, Yoga, Junior Athletes, Gymnastics, Spanish, Book Club, Science Club, Chess, Soccer, Voice and Piano
Montessori Works: It is universally acclaimed in the educational community Children think for themselves as individuals in an atmosphere of cooperation and community
The orderly classroom environment helps foster independence, concentration and focus
A diverse student and staff population speaking many different languages
The elementary classes are led by degreed and Montessori certified teachers
We practice "Grace and Courtesy" which emphasizes respect for self, others, the environment and for one`s work

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Does Smaller Scholars Montessori offer a summer program?

Yes, Smaller Scholars Montessori offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

When is the application deadline for Smaller Scholars Montessori?

The application deadline for Smaller Scholars Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Smaller Scholars Montessori located?

Smaller Scholars Montessori is located in the Briar Forest neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 3 other private schools located in Briar Forest.

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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).