Very Good
#240 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 27% of private schools
The Village School
School
13077 WESTELLA DR, Houston, TX 77077
Enrollment
1,258
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
1,258
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#240 of 883
In Houston
#39 of 104
public schools
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The Village School
School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Village School
The Village School is a private school in Houston, TX. The Village School serves approximately 1,258 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. The Village School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #240 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8:1 students to teachers, The Village School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Village 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
BetaHow The Village School compares to 742 public schools serving similar grades in Houston, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Village School (this school) | 7.1 |
| RAY DAILY EL | 6.3 |
| BUSH EL | 8.7 |
| WEST BRIAR MIDDLE | 5.5 |
| ASHFORD EL | 8.6 |
| WESTSIDE H S | 6.3 |
| SHADOWBRIAR EL | 6.1 |
| BUDEWIG INT | 4.8 |
| NOTTINGHAM EL | 8.2 |
| HEFLIN EL | 5.2 |
| OUTLEY EL | 5.3 |
| STRATFORD H S | 7.0 |
| MEADOW WOOD EL | 8.2 |
| SPRING FOREST MIDDLE | 6.9 |
| SPRING BRANCH ACADEMIC INSTITUTE | 7.2 |
| THORNWOOD EL | 6.0 |
| ASKEW EL | 4.0 |
| MAHANAY EL | 7.0 |
| O'DONNELL MIDDLE | 6.7 |
| ELSIK H S | 4.4 |
| MAURICE L WOLFE EL | 6.5 |
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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
13077 WESTELLA DR, Houston, TX 77077
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Village School may also want to explore other schools in the area. BUSH EL (rated 8.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ASHFORD EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NOTTINGHAM EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VILLAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Houston | 0.0 mi | 7.2 |
| THE VILLAGE SCHOOL Houston | 0.1 mi | 6.4 |
| RAY DAILY EL Houston | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ELDRIDGE PARKWAY Houston | 0.5 mi | — |
| SMALLER SCHOLARS MONTESSORI Houston | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| WESTSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| FIVE STAR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 0.9 mi | — |
| LA MATERNELLE FRENCH ACADEMY Houston | 0.9 mi | — |
| WEST BRIAR MIDDLE Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| BUSH EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| ASHFORD EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| KATY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 1.3 mi | — |
| BUDEWIG INT Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| SHADOWBRIAR EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| WESTSIDE H S Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| STJOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| NOTTINGHAM EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| HEFLIN EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| OUTLEY EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| STRATFORD H S Houston | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
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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| LEGACY PREP CHARTER ACADEMY MESQUITE WEST CAMPUS Dallas, TX | 7.1 |
| T H ROGERS SCHOOL Houston, TX | 7.1 |
| TEXAS LEADERSHIP OF SAN ANGELO San Angelo, TX | 7.1 |
| ADVANCED LEARNING ACADEMY San Antonio, TX | 6.9 |
| SHELBYVILLE SCHOOL Shelbyville, TX | 7.3 |
| GATEWAY COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Georgetown, TX | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Village School
What grades does The Village School serve?
The Village School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend The Village School?
The Village School has an enrollment of approximately 1,258 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Village School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Village School is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Village School rank in TX?
The Village School ranks #240 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is The Village School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Village School 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 The Village School a private school?
Yes, The Village 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 The Village School a religious school?
No, The Village School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,258
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 156
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (281) 496-7900
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