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St. Mary Of The Purification Catholic School

3002 Rosedale St
Houston, TX 77004

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The mission of St. Mary of the Purification Montessori School is to promote and nurture the optimum spiritual, intellectual, cultural and physical development of the children of St. Mary's School through a Catholic Montessori Education System according to Roman Catholic principles and in a collaborative partnership with parents.

St. Mary of the Purification Montessori School acknowledges that parents are the first educators of their children.

Faculty, staff, clergy and parents work together as a collaborative team to teach as Christ taught.

Our team creates a warm caring environment that, by example, teaches Christian principles.

We nurture and encourage the development of self-esteem and dignity in each child.

St. Mary's is a school that uses both traditional and the Montessori method to empower each child with Christian values, academic skills, and social principles to continue his/her educational endeavors and live a full Christian life.

Our aim is to graduate students who are well-versed in the Catholic faith, have a personal relationship with God, and are academically prepared to continue their education.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked TX School
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 184 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,800
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 19 / Jun. 1
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Mary Of The Purification Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other religious school association(s)
American Montessori Society (AMS)
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-5

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1929

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

184 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

98%

State avg.: 41%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

18 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Feb. 19 / Jun. 1

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,800

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Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

Track and FieldVolleyball

School Notes

School Motto: We Are Family
School Mascot: Lions

The mission of St. Mary of the Purification Montessori School is to promote and nurture the optimum spiritual, intellectual, cultural and physical development of the children of St. Mary's School through a Catholic Montessori Education System according to Roman Catholic principles and in a collaborative partnership with parents. St. Mary of the Purification Montessori School acknowledges that parents are the first educators of their children. Faculty, staff, clergy and parents work together as a collaborative team to teach as Christ taught. Our team creates a warm caring environment that, by example, teaches Christian principles. We nurture and encourage the development of self-esteem and dignity in each child. St. Mary's is a school that uses both traditional and the Montessori method to empower each child with Christian values, academic skills, and social principles to continue his/her educational endeavors and live a full Christian life. Our aim is to graduate students who are well-versed in the Catholic faith, have a personal relationship with God, and are academically prepared to continue their education.

Source: Verified school update

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How much does St. Mary Of The Purification Catholic School cost?

St. Mary Of The Purification Catholic School's tuition is approximately $7,800 for private students.

What schools are St. Mary Of The Purification Catholic School often compared to?

St. Mary Of The Purification Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Wheeler Avenue Christian Academy by visitors of our site.

What sports does St. Mary Of The Purification Catholic School offer?

St. Mary Of The Purification Catholic School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is St. Mary Of The Purification Catholic School's ranking?

St. Mary Of The Purification Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Mary Of The Purification Catholic School?

The application deadline for St. Mary Of The Purification Catholic School is Feb. 19 / Jun. 1.

In what neighborhood is St. Mary Of The Purification Catholic School located?

St. Mary Of The Purification Catholic School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 5 other private schools located in South Side.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked TX School
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 184 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,800
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 19 / Jun. 1
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Houston, TX is $18,811 for elementary schools and $22,021 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).