The School For Young Children (2026 Profile)

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About the School

The School For Young Children in Houston, TX serves 36 students in an undergraduate–level special education program within a city neighborhood near Montrose.
Founded in 1984, this nonsectarian special education school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 with a total of six teachers.
The school reflects some racial diversity, with approximately 23% of the student body representing students of color.
Located in a large city community, The School For Young Children is a co–ed program affiliated with associations for exceptional children.
Tuition and detailed grade–level information beyond undergraduate are not specified, consistent with its specialized program focus.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: Inquire with school
Enrollment: 36 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

School Type

Special Education School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other associations(s) for exceptional children

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

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Year Founded

1984

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Student Body

Total Students

36 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

23%

State avg.: 42%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

6 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

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The application deadline for The School For Young Children is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is The School For Young Children located?

The School For Young Children is located in the Neartown Montrose neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 4 other private schools located in Neartown Montrose.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Houston, TX is $18,683 for elementary schools and $22,417 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Houston, TX is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).