Since 1986, The Westwood School has provided an outstanding Montessori environment beginning at the Toddler level.
Westwood blends this highly regarded method with the International Baccalaureate, an ideal overlay to the foundation laid by the Montessori method.
Westwood is an authorized IB World School, offering the IB Diploma Programme (grades 11-12).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top-Ranked TX School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Yearly Tuition: $24,950
- Application Deadline: Jan. 10 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
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Top Rankings
The Westwood School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1986
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
293 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 10 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$24,950
Tuition Notes
Tuition is for the highest grade offered and varies based on level. For more accurate tuition data go to westwoodschool.org/admissions/tuition-and-fees.
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Kelly Nelson
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
School Notes
- School Motto: Character, Community, Excellence
- School Mascot: Wildcats
- Since 1986, The Westwood School has provided an outstanding Montessori environment beginning at the Toddler level.
- Westwood blends this highly regarded method with the International Baccalaureate, an ideal overlay to the foundation laid by the Montessori method.
- Westwood is an authorized IB World School, offering the IB Diploma Programme (grades 11-12).
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Westwood School cost?
The Westwood School's tuition is approximately $24,950 for private students.
What sports does The Westwood School offer?
The Westwood School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is The Westwood School's ranking?
The Westwood School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for The Westwood School?
The application deadline for The Westwood School is Jan. 10 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 10 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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