The Woods Private School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked TX School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-5
Enrollment: 373 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

The Woods Private School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Facts

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-5

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Woods Private School
Pre-K	220
Kind	61
1	32
2	16
3	16
4	15
5	13

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Year Founded

1984

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

373 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

18%

State avg.: 42%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

30 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

ChessRobitics

Arts and Music Programs:

ArtDance

Recreational Athletic Programs:

GolfKids Fit

Soccer

School Notes

Founded in 1984 by Donna Boase, The Woods Private School is well-known throughout Northwest Houston for a warm and welcoming atmosphere and sense of community among the teachers, parents, and students.
The Woods Private School believes a strong, early childhood education lays the foundation for academic success in later years.
At The Woods Private School, we believe in educating the whole child.
Our curriculum fosters a love of knowledge while providing a broad range of activities to encourage children to reach their maximum potential.
Students thrive and develop confidence in a secure and stimulating environment as they develop creatively, physically, and socially.
A dedicated staff and innovative programs provide students from the ages of two-years old to fourth grade with a comprehensive education.

Founded in 1984 by Donna Boase, The Woods Private School is well-known throughout Northwest Houston for a warm and welcoming atmosphere and sense of community among the teachers, parents, and students.
The Woods Private School believes a strong, early childhood education lays the foundation for academic success in later years.
At The Woods Private School, we believe in educating the whole child.
Our curriculum fosters a love of knowledge while providing a broad range of activities to encourage children to reach their maximum potential.
Students thrive and develop confidence in a secure and stimulating environment as they develop creatively, physically, and socially.
A dedicated staff and innovative programs provide students from the ages of two-years old to fourth grade with a comprehensive education.

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are The Woods Private School often compared to?

The Woods Private School is often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood Montessori School by visitors of our site.

What is The Woods Private School's ranking?

The Woods Private School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for The Woods Private School?

The application deadline for The Woods Private School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is The Woods Private School located?

The Woods Private School is located in the Lakewood Forest neighborhood of Houston, TX.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 8/25/2022

We love The Woods Private School. They not only provide an excellent education for the students, but they also provide a very fun and engaging environment. We love that they are conveniently located as well. If you are on the fence, we suggest you leap. You won't regret it.

- Posted by Parent - Emerson

5 6/8/2022

After touring every private elementary school in the NW Houston area, I knew immediately that this was the school for our family. The teachers, curriculum, and overall environment are excellent. Its overwhelmingly obvious that the student's needs, safety, and happiness are priorities.

- Posted by Parent - Angela

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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).