The Emery/Weiner School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked TX School
Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 690 students
Yearly Tuition: $37,639
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 14
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School Rankings

The Emery/Weiner School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Jewish

Grades Offered

Grades 6-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	The Emery/Weiner School
6	108
7	109
8	99
9	103
10	88
11	93
12	90

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Grade 7 has the most students with 109, slightly above Grade 6 at 108 and higher than Grade 10’s 88.

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1978

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Campus Size

17 acres

School Motto

To educate and develop students whose intellect, moral character, and Jewish identity provide a lifelong foundation for personal growth, commitment to the Jewish people and Tikkun Olam—improving the world in which we live.

Student Body

Total Students

690 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

22%

State avg.: 42%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

82 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

16 students

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Khaki or navy pants, shorts, or skirt and navy, white, or black polo

Number of AP Courses

10 courses

List of Courses Offered

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Dec. 14

Yearly Tuition Cost

$37,639

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% on Financial Aid

40%

Admissions Director

Justin Olitzki

Admissions Associate

Jorge Arciga

Application URL

Online Application

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

15 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

Track and FieldVolleyball

Wrestling

Colors

White, Navy Blue

School Mascot

Jaguar

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

13 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Baking for CharityChess Club

Creative Writing ClubDebate Club

International Thespian Society (ITS)Model United Nations (MUN)

National Honors Society (NHS)Pride Alliance

Robotics ClubSTEM Club

Student Government Association (SGA)Tikkun Olam Club (community service)

Yearbook Club

School Notes

The Emery/Weiner School is an independent, college-preparatory, co-educational day school for students in grades six through twelve. Founded in 1978, The I. Weiner Jewish Secondary School began with a student population of fewer than 20 students. In 2001, the school expanded its scope with the establishment of Emery High School. With the integration of a sixth through twelfth grade curriculum, these schools were jointly renamed The Emery/Weiner School. Today, the high school is the fastest growing and largest per capita Jewish community high school in the nation. The Emery/Weiner School is an accredited member of ISAS.

Our academic program encompasses traditional and progressive methods. For instance, we stress skills such as writing and reading, but also engage in experiential learning and regular field trips. Our approach to Judaic studies is a modern one, which seeks to make the material and the traditions relevant for each student. And our culture is one that empowers students in order to create in each a sense of responsibility not only for their school community, but for the greater community at-large. The result is a learning partnership in which students feel a sense of ownership, and, more importantly, become graduates instilled with moral self-reliance.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Noah Pacht '20 - Noah Pacht began his tenure as the lead (Ponyboy) in the hit Broadway musical The Outsiders, directed by Danya Taymor, in March 2026. He made his Broadway debut in Kimberly Belflower's John Proctor is the Villain, also directed by Danya Taymor. He has appeared off-Broadway in The Merchant of Venice and his film credits include Billy Porter's Anything's Possible and Adam Curley's Seniors (Sundance Official Selection, Shorts).

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Emery/Weiner School cost?

The Emery/Weiner School's tuition is approximately $37,639 for private students.

Who are famous alumni from The Emery/Weiner School?

The Emery/Weiner School famous alumni include: Noah Pacht '20.

What sports does The Emery/Weiner School offer?

The Emery/Weiner School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, E-sports, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. The Emery/Weiner School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Texas for most sports offered.

What is The Emery/Weiner School's ranking?

The Emery/Weiner School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for The Emery/Weiner School?

The application deadline for The Emery/Weiner School is Dec. 14.

In what neighborhood is The Emery/Weiner School located?

The Emery/Weiner School is located in the Willow Meadows And Willowbend Area neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 5 other private schools located in Willow Meadows And Willowbend Area.

School Reviews

5 8/30/2025

I love it! They have such supportive LGBTQ+ communities! I am also AuDHD and they help so much.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - ari trakhtenbroit

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Did You Know?

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).