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#399 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 45% of private schools
White Rock Montessori
Elementary School
1601 OATES DR, Dallas, TX 75228
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#399 of 883
In Dallas
#39 of 79
public schools
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White Rock Montessori
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About White Rock Montessori
White Rock Montessori is a private elementary school in Dallas, TX. White Rock Montessori serves approximately 136 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. White Rock Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #399 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 136 students, White Rock 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 7.3:1 students to teachers, White Rock Montessori sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
White Rock 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 White Rock Montessori compares to 324 public schools serving similar grades in Dallas, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| White Rock Montessori (this school) | 6.5 |
| W H GASTON MIDDLE | 6.2 |
| GEORGE W TRUETT EL | 7.8 |
| PREK PARTNERSHIP CENTER | 5.7 |
| EDWIN J KIEST EL | 6.2 |
| REINHARDT EL | 8.1 |
| S S CONNER EL | 6.7 |
| HAROLD WENDELL LANG SR MIDDLE | 6.1 |
| ALEX SANGER PREPARATORY SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| UPLIFT LUNA SECONDARY SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| UPLIFT LUNA PREPARATORY PRI | 1.9 |
| CASA VIEW EL | 7.3 |
| BAYLES EL | 6.9 |
| CHARLES A GILL EL | 7.3 |
| PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (PTAA) MESQUITE | 6.1 |
| MARTHA TURNER REILLY EL | 7.8 |
| VICTOR H HEXTER EL | 7.0 |
| ROBERT T HILL MIDDLE | 7.4 |
| FRANK GUZICK EL | 4.6 |
| EDUARDO MATA MONTESSORI SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| UPLIFT WHITE ROCK HILLS PREP | 7.8 |
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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
1601 OATES DR, Dallas, TX 75228
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering White Rock Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALEX SANGER PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is REINHARDT EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| W H GASTON MIDDLE Dallas | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| BISHOP LYNCH HIGH SCHOOL Dallas | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| GEORGE W TRUETT EL Dallas | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| BRYAN ADAMS H S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Dallas | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| PREK PARTNERSHIP CENTER Dallas | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| REINHARDT EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| S S CONNER EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| EDWIN J KIEST EL Dallas | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| ST BERNARD OF CLAIRVAUX SCHOOL Dallas | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| CLASSICAL SCHOOL OF DALLAS Dallas | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| HAROLD WENDELL LANG SR MIDDLE Dallas | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dallas | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| UPLIFT LUNA PREPARATORY PRI Dallas | 1.5 mi | 1.9 |
| UPLIFT LUNA PREPARATORY H S Dallas | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| UPLIFT LUNA SECONDARY SCHOOL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| ALEX SANGER PREPARATORY SCHOOL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| CASA VIEW EL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| DALLAS ACADEMY Dallas | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| BAYLES EL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,617
Median Home Value
$259,500
Median Rent
$1,196/mo
Population
69,288
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
48.8%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Median Age
31.3
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| CITY SCHOOL OF TEXAS Austin, TX | 6.5 |
| HANDLEY EL Garland, TX | 6.5 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Irving, TX | 6.5 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dallas, TX | 6.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about White Rock Montessori
What grades does White Rock Montessori serve?
White Rock Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend White Rock Montessori?
White Rock Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 136 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at White Rock Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at White Rock Montessori is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does White Rock Montessori rank in TX?
White Rock Montessori ranks #399 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is White Rock Montessori's MySchoolScout rating?
White Rock Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is White Rock Montessori a private school?
Yes, White Rock 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 White Rock Montessori a religious school?
No, White Rock Montessori is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 136
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (214) 324-5580
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