Yellowstone Academy in Houston, TX, serves 246 students from pre–kindergarten through 5th grade in a city–based Christian elementary program.
Founded in 2002, the school operates with 13 teachers and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 19:1.
The school has a 100% representation of students of color, ranking it among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for diversity.
Annual tuition is $18,862, slightly below the average tuition for Houston elementary private schools.
Yellowstone Academy is affiliated with the Association of Christian Schools International and the Southern Baptist Association of Christian Schools.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Yearly Tuition: $18,862
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Yellowstone Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
2002
Student Body
Total Students
246 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$18,862
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Yellowstone Academy cost?
Yellowstone Academy's tuition is approximately $18,862 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Yellowstone Academy?
The application deadline for Yellowstone Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Yellowstone Academy located?
Yellowstone Academy is located in the South Side neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 5 other private schools located in South Side.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Yellowstone Academy is Incarnate Word Academy (1.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is M.o.m. Early Childhood Christian Academy (1.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is La Branch Child Development Center (0.9 miles away)
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Quick Facts
La Branch Child Development Center![La Branch Child Development Center Photo - Discovery Preschool Classroom]( "La Branch Child Development Center Photo - Discovery Preschool Classroom")
Daycare / Preschool
2320 La Branch St Suite 130C
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 759-0440
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 759-0440
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Creme De La Creme
Daycare / Preschool
1400 San Jacinto St
Houston, TX 77002
(713) 655-7682
Houston, TX 77002
(713) 655-7682
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 30 students
609 Crawford Street
Houston, TX 77002
(713) 227-3637
Houston, TX 77002
(713) 227-3637
1.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 311 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 30 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
M.o.m. Early Childhood Christian Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
3601 Blodgett St
Houston, TX 77004
(832) 274-2746
Houston, TX 77004
(832) 274-2746
1.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 12 students
Cathedral House Episcipol School
Montessori School (Episcopal)
1112 Prairie St
Houston, TX 77002
(713) 222-2482
Houston, TX 77002
(713) 222-2482
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 37 students
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