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#494 of 883 private schools in TX

Northwood Montessori School

Elementary School

14901 WELCOME LN, Houston, TX 77014

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 1st

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 1st

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#494 of 883

In Houston

#68 of 104

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About Northwood Montessori School

Northwood Montessori School is a private elementary school in Houston, TX. Northwood Montessori School serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwood Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #494 of 883 private schools in TX.

How it comparesOn par with TX schools

6.2

This school 6.2 · Average
TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 33 students, Northwood Montessori School 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.

Northwood Montessori School 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

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How Northwood Montessori School compares to 460 public schools serving similar grades in Houston, TX

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

This School

16.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

576

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.2

This School

5.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 36.4% vs 0%

White 15.2% vs 0%

Black 15.2% vs 0%

Hispanic 9.1% vs 0%

Northwood Montessori School Houston Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Northwood Montessori School (this school)	—	33	11:1	6.2
ARROW ACADEMY - CHAMPIONS ACADEMY	0.7 mi	66	9.4:1	3.6
HELEN MAJOR EL	1.1 mi	554	14.6:1	4.5
BENEKE EL	1.1 mi	576	12.5:1	6.6
PAT REYNOLDS EL	1.6 mi	802	14.9:1	4.6
PONDEROSA EL	1.6 mi	738	13.9:1	4.6
THE SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES AT BAMMEL	1.7 mi	88	9.8:1	3.6
DELORAS E THOMPSON EL	1.8 mi	646	13.2:1	4.4
DONNA LEWIS EL	2.0 mi	671	14.3:1	8.0
CLARK EL	2.1 mi	851	14.7:1	2.8
MEYER EL	2.2 mi	711	13.7:1	4.4
BAMMEL EL	2.3 mi	679	14.8:1	3.6
HERITAGE EL	2.3 mi	729	14.9:1	4.3
TWO DIMENSIONS PREPARATORY ACADEMY	2.4 mi	167	18.6:1	2.1
IDEA SPEARS ACADEMY	2.4 mi	750	27.8:1	6.3
HOYLAND EL	2.4 mi	690	14.7:1	6.0
RALPH EICKENROHT EL	2.5 mi	583	13.9:1	4.8
JOAN LINK EL	2.8 mi	540	14.2:1	3.3
YEAGER EL	3.1 mi	791	14.4:1	3.9
CONLEY EL	3.4 mi	336	14.6:1	5.5
CAROLEE BOOKER EL	3.6 mi	763	15:1	5.2

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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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

C+ 4.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.5 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,475.6

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 76%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C- 1.8 / 10

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Enrollment 33

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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)

Asian 36.4%

Two or More 24.2%

White 15.2%

Black 15.2%

Hispanic 9.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

14901 WELCOME LN, Houston, TX 77014

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northwood Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DONNA LEWIS EL (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BENEKE EL (rated 6.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PONDEROSA EL (rated 4.6/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
MOMENTUM H S Houston	0.4 mi	236	—
ARROW ACADEMY - CHAMPIONS ACADEMY Houston	0.7 mi	66	3.6
PREMIER H S-HOUSTON (CHAMPIONS) Lewisville	0.6 mi	131	4.8
HELEN MAJOR EL Houston	1.1 mi	554	4.5
BENEKE EL Houston	1.1 mi	576	6.6
SST CHAMPIONS San Antonio	1.1 mi	1,493	6.3
IGNITE COMMUNITY SCHOOL - FALLBROOK Lewisville	1.5 mi	285	4.5
SPRING WOODS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston	1.4 mi	2	—
PONDEROSA EL Houston	1.6 mi	738	4.6
PAT REYNOLDS EL Houston	1.6 mi	802	4.6
DELORAS E THOMPSON EL Houston	1.8 mi	646	4.4
WESTFIELD H S Houston	1.6 mi	2,301	2.7
BAMMEL MIDDLE Houston	1.7 mi	804	2.6
THE SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES AT BAMMEL Houston	1.7 mi	88	3.6
EDWIN M WELLS MIDDLE Houston	1.7 mi	841	4.4
STELLE CLAUGHTON MIDDLE Houston	2.0 mi	898	4.1
EDWARD ROBERSON MIDDLE Houston	2.0 mi	816	9.1
DONNA LEWIS EL Houston	2.0 mi	671	8.0
SPRING LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Houston	2.0 mi	405	9.0
CLARK EL Houston	2.1 mi	851	2.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,456

Median Home Value

$213,300

Median Rent

$1,220/mo

Population

36,314

College Educated

21.6%

Homeownership

49.9%

Avg Commute

30.7 min

Poverty Rate

23.4%

Median Age

31.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
OAK BROOK SCHOOL ALLEN Allen, TX	45	6.2
WONDERLAND SCHOOL San Marcos, TX	46	6.2
PREMONT MONTESSORI ACADEMY Premont, TX	35	6.3
LIVINGSTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Livingston, TX	42	6.1
C FC BILINGUAL ACADEMY Sugar Land, TX	31	6.4
CLEBURNE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cleburne, TX	37	6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northwood Montessori School

What grades does Northwood Montessori School serve?

Northwood Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.

How many students attend Northwood Montessori School?

Northwood Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwood Montessori School?

The student-teacher ratio at Northwood Montessori School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Northwood Montessori School rank in TX?

Northwood Montessori School ranks #494 of 883 private schools in TX.

What is Northwood Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?

Northwood Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Northwood Montessori School a private school?

Yes, Northwood Montessori School 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 Northwood Montessori School a religious school?

No, Northwood Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 33 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment: 33
Gender Split: 82% M / 18% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
Teachers (FTE): 3
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 217 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Harris County
Phone: (281) 444-9433

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