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South Side Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 private schools serving 492 students in the neighborhood of South Side, Houston, TX.
The top ranked private schools in South Side include Wheeler Avenue Christian Academy, St. Mary Of The Purification Catholic School, and St. Peter Catholic High School.
The average acceptance rate is 85%, which is same as the Texas private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
83% of private schools in South Side are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Episcopal).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked South Side Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of St. Mary Of The Purification Catholic School
St. Mary Of The Purification Catholic School
Gr: PK-5 | 144 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 2
Catholic
3002 Rosedale St
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 522-9276
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Map of St. Peter Catholic High School
St. Peter Catholic High School
Gr: 9-12
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 1
Vocational/Technical School (Catholic)
6220 La Salette St
Houston, TX 77021
(346) 692-7800
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Map of Wheeler Avenue Christian Academy
Wheeler Avenue Christian Academy
Gr: K-5 | 32 students
Baptist
3810 Ruth St
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 579-2792
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Map of St. James School
St. James School
Gr: PK-K | 41 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Specialized Curriculum (Episcopal)
3129 Southmore Blvd
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 521-9884
(1)
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Map of University Park Academy
University Park Academy
Gr: 10-12 | 29 students
5830 Van Fleet St
Houston, TX 77033
(713) 641-0116
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Map of Yellowstone Academy
Yellowstone Academy
Gr: PK-5 | 246 students
Christian
3000 Trulley St
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 741-8000
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of South Side, Houston, TX?
The top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of South Side, Houston, TX include Wheeler Avenue Christian Academy, St. Mary Of The Purification Catholic School, and St. Peter Catholic High School.
How many private schools are located in the neighborhood of South Side, Houston?
6 private schools are located in the neighborhood of South Side, Houston.
How diverse are private schools in the neighborhood of South Side, Houston?
the neighborhood of South Side, Houston private schools are approximately 98% minority students, which is higher than the Texas private school average of 42%.
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of South Side, Houston?
83% of private schools in the neighborhood of South Side, Houston are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Episcopal).

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