Very Good
#183 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 21% of private schools
Smaller Scholars Montessori
Elementary School
1685 S DAIRY ASHFORD RD, Houston, TX 77077
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#183 of 883
In Houston
#31 of 104
public schools
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Smaller Scholars Montessori
Elementary School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Smaller Scholars Montessori
Smaller Scholars Montessori is a private elementary school in Houston, TX. Smaller Scholars Montessori serves approximately 83 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Smaller Scholars Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #183 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 83 students, Smaller Scholars Montessori 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 6.9:1 students to teachers, Smaller Scholars Montessori sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Smaller Scholars Montessori 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 Smaller Scholars Montessori compares to 490 public schools serving similar grades in Houston, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Smaller Scholars Montessori (this school) | 7.4 |
| ASHFORD EL | 8.6 |
| RAY DAILY EL | 6.3 |
| SHADOWBRIAR EL | 6.1 |
| BUDEWIG INT | 4.8 |
| NOTTINGHAM EL | 8.2 |
| OUTLEY EL | 5.3 |
| MEADOW WOOD EL | 8.2 |
| ASKEW EL | 4.0 |
| BUSH EL | 8.7 |
| SPRING BRANCH ACADEMIC INSTITUTE | 7.2 |
| THORNWOOD EL | 6.0 |
| HEFLIN EL | 5.2 |
| WALNUT BEND EL | 4.5 |
| WILCHESTER EL | 8.8 |
| RUMMEL CREEK EL | 8.3 |
| ALIEF MONTESSORI COMMUNITY SCHOOL | 6.4 |
| YOUENS EL | 4.7 |
| MAHANAY EL | 7.0 |
| TEXAS CONNECTIONS ACADEMY AT HOUSTON | 4.5 |
| MAURICE L WOLFE EL | 6.5 |
Showing 20 of 490 schools. View all schools in Houston
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.
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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
1685 S DAIRY ASHFORD RD, Houston, TX 77077
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Smaller Scholars Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ASHFORD EL (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NOTTINGHAM EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MEADOW WOOD EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| ASHFORD EL Houston | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| LA MATERNELLE FRENCH ACADEMY Houston | 0.7 mi | — |
| RAY DAILY EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| THE VILLAGE SCHOOL Houston | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| VILLAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Houston | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| THE VILLAGE SCHOOL Houston | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| SHADOWBRIAR EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| KATY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 1.0 mi | — |
| BUDEWIG INT Houston | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| NOTTINGHAM EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| FIVE STAR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 1.3 mi | — |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ELDRIDGE PARKWAY Houston | 1.3 mi | — |
| OUTLEY EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| MEADOW WOOD EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| SPRING FOREST MIDDLE Houston | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| YORKSHIRE ACADEMY Houston | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| WESTSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| STRATFORD H S Houston | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| THORNWOOD EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| SPRING BRANCH ACADEMIC INSTITUTE Houston | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77077 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,080
Median Home Value
$356,300
Median Rent
$1,418/mo
Population
63,421
College Educated
57.3%
Homeownership
35.6%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
34.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Smaller Scholars Montessori
What grades does Smaller Scholars Montessori serve?
Smaller Scholars Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Smaller Scholars Montessori?
Smaller Scholars Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 83 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Smaller Scholars Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at Smaller Scholars Montessori is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Smaller Scholars Montessori rank in TX?
Smaller Scholars Montessori ranks #183 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Smaller Scholars Montessori's MySchoolScout rating?
Smaller Scholars Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Smaller Scholars Montessori a private school?
Yes, Smaller Scholars Montessori 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 Smaller Scholars Montessori a religious school?
No, Smaller Scholars Montessori is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 83
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (281) 558-3515
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