The Emery/Weiner School is a co-educational, independent Jewish day school in Houston, Texas, United States, serving grades 6-12.
The school is accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked TX School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Yearly Tuition: $35,400
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
The Emery/weiner Center For Jewish Education ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Year Founded
1978
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
Campus Size
15
Student Body
Total Students
557 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
62 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
$35,400
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Emery/weiner Center For Jewish Education cost?
The Emery/weiner Center For Jewish Education's tuition is approximately $35,400 for private students.
What is The Emery/weiner Center For Jewish Education's ranking?
The Emery/weiner Center For Jewish Education ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for The Emery/weiner Center For Jewish Education?
The application deadline for The Emery/weiner Center For Jewish Education is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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