Western Academy
Tel:
(713) 461-7000
- Through personal attention and dedicated effort, teachers foster a genuine passion for learning and provide an integrated education, assisting parents in developing the whole person: intellectual, moral, physical, and spiritual.
- The school is designed to provide the highest level of education to lower and middle school boys in the Houston area.
- Our goal is to prepare young men, rooted in the true, the good, and the beautiful, who can serve as leaders in our society through their strength of mind, heart, and imagination.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: 3-8
- Students: 230 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Western Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
- Category Attribute
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
School Overview
Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
Grades Offered | Grades 3-8 |
Year Founded | 2010 |
Summer School Offered | Yes |
Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
Student Body
Total Students | 230 students |
Student Body Type | All-boys |
Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers | 26 teachers |
Student : Teacher Ratio | 9:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 45% |
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
Admissions Director | Mr. John Power |
Admissions Associate | Mrs. Jessica Joseph |
Sports
Total Sports Offered | 8 sports |
Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Rugby, Soccer, Track and Field, WrestlingBaseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Rugby, Soccer, Track and Field, Wrestling, |
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 16 extracurriculars |
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Chess Club, Huge Variety of Field Trips, Math Club, Rocketry Club, Speech and Debate, Woodworking, Yearbook Staff Arts and Music Programs: Art Program, Band ensembles, Guitar Ensemble, Lower School Choir, Poetry Bard, Pottery & Glassblowing, Theater Program Recreational Athletic Programs: Fitness Club, House Cup Competition Festival Days |
School Notes
- Thank you for your interest in Western Academy as a possible school for your son. A private tour led by Mr. John Power, Director of Admissions is a great way to learn more about Western Academy. During your tour you will hear about the school`s mission and vision, go on a walking tour of the campus, visit a classroom, have an opportunity to tell us about your son, and ask any questions. Click on the link below to fill out a brief online inquiry form and then to a live calendar where you can book your private tour. We look forward to meeting you.
- Book your private tour here!
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Nearby Private Schools
- The nearest high school to Western Academy is The Monarch School (1.7 miles away)
- The nearest elementary school is The Houston Korean School (0.6 miles away)
- The nearest preschool is Fair Haven Methodist Day School (0.5 miles away)
Show me:
- School Location Miles Grades Students
- HoustonFair Haven Methodist Day SchoolDaycare / Preschool (Methodist)Grades: PK-K | 80 students
0.5 miles
1330 Gessner Drive
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 827-0317 0.5 PK-K
80 - HoustonThe Houston Korean SchoolSpecial Program EmphasisGrades: K-8 | 115 students
0.6 miles
9560 Long Point Rd
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 722-0177 0.6 K-8
115 - HoustonThe Arbor SchoolSpecial Education SchoolGrades: Inquire with school | 36 students
0.9 miles
1635 Blalock Rd
Houston, TX 77080
(713) 827-8830 0.9 Inquire with school
36 - HoustonIlm Academy(Islamic)Grades: PK-8 | 172 students
0.9 miles
1209 Conrad Sauer Dr
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 464-4720 0.9 PK-8
172 - HoustonSt. Christophers Episcopal Day SchoolDaycare / Preschool (Episcopal)Grades: NS-PK | 53 students
0.9 miles
1656 Blalock Road
Houston, TX 77080
(713) 465-6035 0.9 NS-PK
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