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#641 of 883 private schools in TX
The School for Young Children
School
810 SUL ROSS ST, Houston, TX 77006
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
UG – UG
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#641 of 883
In Houston
#79 of 104
public schools
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The School for Young Children
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About The School for Young Children
The School for Young Children is a private school in Houston, TX. The School for Young Children serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. The School for Young Children has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #641 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, The School for Young Children 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 6:1 students to teachers, The School for Young Children sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The School for Young Children 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 The School for Young Children compares to 742 public schools serving similar grades in Houston, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The School for Young Children (this school) | 5.6 |
| ARABIC IMMERSION MAGNET SCHOOL | 8.2 |
| HCC LIFE SKILLS PROGRAM | 4.7 |
| MACGREGOR EL | 5.7 |
| ELLA J BAKER MONTESSORI SCHOOL | 7.9 |
| LANIER MIDDLE | 8.1 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S COLLEGE PREP ACADEMY | 7.4 |
| WHARTON K-8 DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY | 8.4 |
| CARNEGIE VANGUARD H S | 8.5 |
| HOUSTON ACADEMY FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES | 7.9 |
| GREGORY-LINCOLN ED CTR | 6.0 |
| POE EL | 7.4 |
| A+ UNLIMITED POTENTIAL - UNIVERSITY | 7.3 |
| ELEVATE COLLEGIATE | 2.0 |
| BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE ACADEMY AT RYAN | 6.3 |
| BLACKSHEAR EL | 6.0 |
| RIVER OAKS EL | 8.7 |
| LOCKHART EL | 5.0 |
| YELLOWSTONE COLLEGE PREPARATORY | 7.3 |
| KINDER H S FOR PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS | 9.1 |
| LAMAR H S | 6.4 |
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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.
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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
810 SUL ROSS ST, Houston, TX 77006
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The School for Young Children may also want to explore other schools in the area. CARNEGIE VANGUARD H S (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WHARTON K-8 DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ARABIC IMMERSION MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ARABIC IMMERSION MAGNET SCHOOL Houston | 0.1 mi | 8.2 |
| ANNUNCIATION ORTHODOX SCHOOL Houston | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| THE JOY SCHOOL Houston | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Houston | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| ST PAUL'S SCHOOL Houston | 0.8 mi | — |
| MACGREGOR EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| HCC LIFE SKILLS PROGRAM Houston | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| ELLA J BAKER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Houston | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| WHARTON K-8 DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY Houston | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| LANIER MIDDLE Houston | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| CARNEGIE VANGUARD H S Houston | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S COLLEGE PREP ACADEMY Houston | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| BECKER EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Houston | 1.1 mi | — |
| GREGORY-LINCOLN ED CTR Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| FIRST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Houston | 1.2 mi | — |
| HOUSTON ACADEMY FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Houston | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| POE EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| A+ UNLIMITED POTENTIAL - UNIVERSITY Houston | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| ELEVATE COLLEGIATE Houston | 1.5 mi | 2.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,003
Median Home Value
$599,500
Median Rent
$1,761/mo
Population
23,927
College Educated
80.2%
Homeownership
34.9%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
33.6
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| School | Rating |
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| HOMEBOUND Lubbock, TX | 5.6 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN HERITAGE SCHOOL Alamo, TX | 5.6 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dallas, TX | 5.5 |
| PUEBLOS ROYAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pasadena, TX | 5.5 |
| LAKE TRAVIS STEM ACADEMY Cedar Park, TX | 5.4 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wharton, TX | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The School for Young Children
What grades does The School for Young Children serve?
The School for Young Children serves students in grades UG through UG.
How many students attend The School for Young Children?
The School for Young Children has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The School for Young Children?
The student-teacher ratio at The School for Young Children is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The School for Young Children rank in TX?
The School for Young Children ranks #641 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is The School for Young Children's MySchoolScout rating?
The School for Young Children has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The School for Young Children a private school?
Yes, The School for Young Children 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 The School for Young Children a religious school?
No, The School for Young Children is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- UG – UG
- Enrollment
- 36
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (713) 520-8310
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