Very Good
#244 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 28% of private schools
Brownsville Montessori Academy
Elementary School
36 S CORIA ST, Brownsville, TX 78520
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#244 of 883
In Brownsville
#1 of 7
public schools
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Brownsville Montessori Academy
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About Brownsville Montessori Academy
Brownsville Montessori Academy is a private elementary school in Brownsville, TX. Brownsville Montessori Academy serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 3.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Brownsville Montessori Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #244 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, Brownsville Montessori Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 3.8:1 students to teachers, Brownsville Montessori Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Brownsville Montessori Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Brownsville Montessori Academy compares to 42 public schools serving similar grades in Brownsville, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brownsville Montessori Academy (this school) | 7.1 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - BROWNSVILLE | 3.2 |
| RUSSELL EL | 6.1 |
| SHARP EL | 6.9 |
| SKINNER EL | 4.7 |
| BRYSS ACADEMY | 8.9 |
| MARTIN EL | 7.4 |
| PUTEGNAT EL | 5.8 |
| GARDEN PARK EL | 7.6 |
| PEREZ EL | 5.0 |
| CANALES EL | 3.2 |
| IDEA RIVERVIEW ACADEMY | 7.8 |
| EGLY EL | 6.9 |
| BENAVIDES EL | 8.3 |
| ORTIZ EL | 8.6 |
| KELLER EL | 6.6 |
| HUDSON EL | 8.6 |
| CROMACK EL | 3.8 |
| CASTANEDA EL | 6.5 |
| PAREDES EL | 8.5 |
| PULLAM EL | 8.1 |
Showing 20 of 42 schools. View all schools in Brownsville
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
36 S CORIA ST, Brownsville, TX 78520
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brownsville Montessori Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRYSS ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GARDEN PARK EL (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MARTIN EL (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brownsville, see our Brownsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - BROWNSVILLE Brownsville | 0.1 mi | 3.2 |
| EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Brownsville | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| RUSSELL EL Brownsville | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brownsville | 0.6 mi | — |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-BROWNSVILLE Brownsville | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Brownsville | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| STELL MIDDLE Brownsville | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brownsville | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| SKINNER EL Brownsville | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| SHARP EL Brownsville | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| BRYSS ACADEMY Brownsville | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL Brownsville | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| MARTIN EL Brownsville | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| IN THE PRESENCE OF GOD CORAM DEO CLASSICAL ACADEMY Brownsville | 1.1 mi | — |
| KENMONT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brownsville | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| PACE EARLY COLLEGE H S Brownsville | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| PUTEGNAT EL Brownsville | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| PREMIER H S OF BROWNSVILLE Lewisville | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| GARDEN PARK EL Brownsville | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| GUADALUPE REGIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Brownsville | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,331
Median Home Value
$129,200
Median Rent
$842/mo
Population
63,337
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
58.5%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
25.8%
Median Age
31.6
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| ABC LEARNING CENTER Rockport, TX | 7.1 |
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| RAINARD SCHOOL Houston, TX | 7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brownsville Montessori Academy
What grades does Brownsville Montessori Academy serve?
Brownsville Montessori Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Brownsville Montessori Academy?
Brownsville Montessori Academy has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brownsville Montessori Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Brownsville Montessori Academy is 3.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Brownsville Montessori Academy rank in TX?
Brownsville Montessori Academy ranks #244 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Brownsville Montessori Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Brownsville Montessori Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Brownsville Montessori Academy a private school?
Yes, Brownsville Montessori Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Brownsville Montessori Academy a religious school?
No, Brownsville Montessori Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 36
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Cameron County
- Phone
- (956) 548-1952
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