Very Good
#100 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 11% of private schools
Ilm Academy
Elementary School
1209 CONRAD SAUER DR, Houston, TX 77043
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#100 of 883
In Houston
#14 of 104
public schools
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Ilm Academy
Elementary School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ilm Academy
Ilm Academy is a private elementary school in Houston, TX. Ilm Academy serves approximately 143 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ilm Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #100 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 143 students, Ilm 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 6.2:1 students to teachers, Ilm Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Ilm 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 Ilm Academy compares to 642 public schools serving similar grades in Houston, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ilm Academy (this school) | 7.8 |
| SHADOW OAKS EL | 6.8 |
| MEMORIAL MIDDLE | 8.7 |
| WOODVIEW EL | 5.0 |
| THE WILDCAT WAY SCHOOL | 3.6 |
| BENDWOOD SCHOOL | 7.3 |
| BUNKER HILL EL | 8.4 |
| THE TIGER TRAIL SCHOOL | 3.6 |
| PINE SHADOWS EL | 7.7 |
| WESTWOOD EL | 6.4 |
| SPRING OAKS MIDDLE | 6.5 |
| SPRING WOODS MIDDLE | 4.9 |
| RUMMEL CREEK EL | 8.3 |
| FROSTWOOD EL | 9.0 |
| SHERWOOD EL | 6.5 |
| WILCHESTER EL | 8.8 |
| SPRING BRANCH MIDDLE | 8.3 |
| TERRACE EL | 7.3 |
| WESTCHESTER ACADEMY FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES | 9.1 |
| SPRING BRANCH EL | 7.6 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY | 9.6 |
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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
1209 CONRAD SAUER DR, Houston, TX 77043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ilm Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FROSTWOOD EL (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE BRANCH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BUNKER HILL EL (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SHADOW OAKS EL Houston | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| MEMORIAL MIDDLE Houston | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| THE WILDCAT WAY SCHOOL Houston | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| BENDWOOD SCHOOL Houston | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| HOLY SPIRIT EPISCOPAL SCHOOL - HOUSTON Houston | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| WOODVIEW EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| PINES PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL Houston | 1.2 mi | — |
| BUNKER HILL EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| THE TIGER TRAIL SCHOOL Houston | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| PINE SHADOWS EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| SPRING WOODS H S Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| ST CECILIA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| SPRING OAKS MIDDLE Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| WESTWOOD EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| SPRING WOODS MIDDLE Houston | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| RUMMEL CREEK EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| FROSTWOOD EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| MEMORIAL H S Houston | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| RAINARD SCHOOL Houston | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| THE BRANCH SCHOOL Houston | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,017
Median Home Value
$382,800
Median Rent
$1,417/mo
Population
26,343
College Educated
42.9%
Homeownership
54.9%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
35.6
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| AUSTIN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Austin, TX | 7.8 |
| BUCKNER FANNING SCHOOL AT MISSION SPRINGS San Antonio, TX | 7.8 |
| HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rosenberg, TX | 7.8 |
| LEONARD INT Leonard, TX | 7.8 |
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| PARAGON PREPARATORY INC Austin, TX | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ilm Academy
What grades does Ilm Academy serve?
Ilm Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ilm Academy?
Ilm Academy has an enrollment of approximately 143 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ilm Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Ilm Academy is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ilm Academy rank in TX?
Ilm Academy ranks #100 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Ilm Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Ilm Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ilm Academy a private school?
Yes, Ilm Academy is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Ilm Academy a religious school?
Ilm Academy has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 143
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (209) 426-1692
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