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Top 20 Best Austin Private Preschools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 96 private preschools serving 15,743 students in Austin, TX.
The top ranked private preschools in Austin, TX include Austin Peace Academy, Austin Waldorf School, and Capitol School Of Austin.
The average tuition cost is $16,154, which is higher than the Texas private preschool average tuition cost of $13,478.
30% of private preschools in Austin, TX are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top Ranked Austin Private Preschools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Austin International School
Austin International School Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(1)
4001 Adelphi ln
Austin, TX 78727
(512) 331-7806
Grades: PK-8
| 286 students
Austin Peace Academy
Austin Peace Academy Photo
(Islamic)
5110 Manor Rd
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 926-1737
Grades: PK-12
| 623 students
Brentwood Christian School
Brentwood Christian School Photo
(Church of Christ)
(33)
11908 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 835-5983
Grades: PK-12
| 680 students
Cathedral School Of St. Mary
Cathedral School Of St. Mary Photo
(Catholic)
(3)
910 San Jacinto Blvd
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 476-1480
Grades: PK-8
| 170 students
Strickland Christian School
Strickland Christian School Photo - Strickland Christian School 2021-2022 PSIA Winners
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
(8)
7415 Menchaca Rd
Austin, TX 78745
(512) 447-1447
Grades: PK-8
| 115 students
Austin- TOWN AND COUNTRY CHILDREN'S MONTESSORI
Montessori School
3801 Keats Dr
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 442-7722
Grades: NS-K
| 110 students
Austin- Twin Oaks Montessori
Montessori School
7804 Northwest Drive
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 467-8885
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
15101 Avery Ranch Blvd
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 341-8000
Grades: NS-8
| n/a students
13015 Pond Springs Rd
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 258-1299
Grades: NS-K
| n/a students
Paragon Prep Houston Street
Paragon Prep Houston Street Photo
Daycare / Preschool
831 Houston St
Austin, TX 78756
(512) 452-5437
Grades: NS-PK
| 164 students
All Saints Episcopal Day School Austin
All Saints Episcopal Day School Austin Photo
Daycare / Preschool (Episcopal)
(5)
209 W 27th St
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 472-8866
Grades: PK-K
| 78 students
Austin Classical School
Austin Classical School Photo
(Christian)
(1)
10500 Jollyville Rd, Building A
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 215-2692
Grades: PK-12
| 343 students
Austin Montessori School
Montessori School
5006 Sunset Trl
Austin, TX 78745
(512) 892-0253
Grades: PK-9
| 379 students
Austin Waldorf School
Austin Waldorf School Photo - Grade Two Classroom
Special Program Emphasis
8700 South View Road
Austin, TX 78737
(512) 288-5942
Grades: PK-12
| 421 students
Bluebonnet Montessori School Of Lakeway
Montessori School
15099 Debba Dr
Austin, TX 78734
(512) 266-6626
Grades: PK-5
| 55 students
Capitol School Of Austin
Capitol School Of Austin Photo - Every year, Capitol School celebrates Snow Day, when a truck-load of snow is delivered to our front yard and students participate in a winter and snow-themed activities. This is a favorite for many of our students who have never seen real snow!
Alternative School
2011 W Koenig Lane
Austin, TX 78756
(512) 467-7006
Grades: PK-5
| 60 students
Chantele Cisneros
Chantele Cisneros Photo - 2024 Leadership Award recipients
(Catholic)
2026 GUADALUPE STs
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 477-3751
Grades: PK-8
| 196 students
Headwaters School
Headwaters School Photo - Headwaters Students are Peacemakers, Advocates, Creators, and Thinkers ranging from 18 months to high school seniors.
Montessori School
(2)
807 Rio Grande
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 480-8142
Grades: PK-12
| 525 students
Hill Country Christian School of Austin
Hill Country Christian School of Austin Photo
(Christian)
(5)
12124 Ranch Rd 620 North
Austin, TX 78750
(512) 331-7036
Grades: PK-12
| 727 students
Holy Family Catholic School
Holy Family Catholic School Photo
(Catholic)
9400 Neenah Avenue
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 246-4455
Grades: PK-8
| 679 students
Hyde Park School
(Baptist)
Po Box 4486
Austin, TX 78765
(512) 465-8338
Grades: PK-12
| 638 students
Hyde Park Schools
Hyde Park Schools Photo
(Christian)
11400 N Mopac Expy
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 465-8333
Grades: PK-12
| 746 students
The Magellan International School
The Magellan International School Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(1)
7938 Great Northern Boulevard
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 782-2327
Grades: PK-8
| 527 students
Montessori School Lake Travis
Montessori School
13709 W Highway 71
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 263-8050
Grades: PK-1
| 18 students
Redeemer School
Redeemer School Photo - Redeemer Lutheran School has been proudly serving the Austin area since 1955.
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(11)
1500 W Anderson Lane
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 451-6478
Grades: NS-8
| 545 students
St. Francis School
St. Francis School Photo - Our amazing SFS faculty and staff!
300 E Huntland Dr
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 454-0848
Grades: PK-8
| 433 students
St. Gabriel's Catholic School
St. Gabriel's Catholic School Photo - St. Gabriel's Catholic School students engage in robotics as early as Pre-K 4 and can participate in competitive robotics beginning in 7th grade.
(Catholic)
2500 Wimberly Lane
Austin, TX 78735
(512) 327-7755
Grades: PK-8
| 506 students
St. Ignatius Martyr Catholic School
(Catholic)
(2)
120 West Oltorf Street
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 442-8547
Grades: PK-8
| 159 students
St. Louis Catholic School
St. Louis Catholic School Photo - St. Louis Catholic School Montessori ages 3 to 5, Pre-K4 to 8th grade
(Catholic)
(2)
2114 Saint Joseph Blvd
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 614-6622
Grades: NS-8
| 290 students
St. Martins Lutheran School
Daycare / Preschool (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
606 W 15th Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 476-4037
Grades: NS
| 120 students
St. Matthew's Episcopal School
Daycare / Preschool (Episcopal)
8134 Mesa Dr
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 345-3040
Grades: PK-K
| 275 students
St. Theresas Catholic School
St. Theresas Catholic School Photo
(Catholic)
(1)
4311 Small Drive
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 451-7105
Grades: PK-8
| 351 students
Trinity Episcopal School Of Austin
Trinity Episcopal School Of Austin Photo
(Episcopal)
(1)
3901 Bee Cave Rd
Austin, TX 78746
(512) 472-9525
Grades: PK-8
| 639 students
Veritas Academy
Veritas Academy Photo
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
(1)
13401 Escarpment Blvd.
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 891-1679
Grades: NS-12
| 697 students
Abacus School Of Austin
Daycare / Preschool
14115 Avery Ranch Blvd
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 381-2200
Grades: K
| 20 students
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Austin, Texas Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
2700 W Anderson Ln Ste 601
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 299-5732
Grades: PK-K
| 38 students
2901 Manchaca Rd
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 447-8516
Grades: K-9
| 22 students
1414 Kramer Ln
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 821-9900
Grades: PK-K
| 71 students
Hope Lutheran School (Closed 2006)
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
6414 N Hampton Drive
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 926-0003
Grades: PK-8
| 109 students
1701 Toomey Rd
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 576-2166
Grades: Inquire with school
| 60 students
7020 Village Center Dr
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 343-0071
Grades: PK-1
| 75 students
J.l. Smith Academy (Closed 2013)
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
11530 Manchaca Rd
Austin, TX 78748
(512) 282-7739
Grades: PK-5
| 55 students
7915 Manchaca Rd
Austin, TX 78745
(512) 326-2286
Grades: PK-12
| 95 students
8210 S 1st Street
Austin, TX 78748
(512) 282-4263
Grades: K-10
| 26 students
2300 Cedar Bend Dr
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 835-2443
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
2200 Justin Ln.
Austin, TX 78757
Grades: Inquire with school
| 19 students
St. James' Episcopal School (Closed 2017)
Daycare / Preschool (Episcopal)
1941 Webberville Rd
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 926-4214
Grades: PK-K
| 36 students
12871 N Us Highway 183 Ste 105
Austin, TX 78750
(512) 472-1231
Grades: 5
| 35 students
7625 N I H 35
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 458-9100
Grades: PK-12
| 145 students
9000 Manchaca Rd
Austin, TX 78748
(512) 291-0090
Grades: K
| 22 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in Austin, TX?
The top ranked private preschools in Austin, TX include Austin Peace Academy, Austin Waldorf School, and Capitol School Of Austin.
How many private preschools are located in Austin?
96 private preschools are located in Austin.
How much do private preschools cost in Austin?
The average tuition cost is $16,154, which is higher than the Texas private school average tuition cost of $13,478.
How diverse are private preschools in Austin?
Austin private preschools are approximately 30% minority students, which is lower than the Texas private school average of 40%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Austin?
30% of private preschools in Austin are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
Which private preschools in Austin are often viewed compared to one another?

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