Very Good
#158 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 18% of private schools
Yorkshire Academy
Elementary School
14120 MEMORIAL DR, Houston, TX 77079
Enrollment
104
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
104
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#158 of 883
In Houston
#26 of 104
public schools
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Yorkshire Academy
Elementary School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Yorkshire Academy
Yorkshire Academy is a private elementary school in Houston, TX. Yorkshire Academy serves approximately 104 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Yorkshire Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #158 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 104 students, Yorkshire Academy 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 5.2:1 students to teachers, Yorkshire Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Yorkshire Academy 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 Yorkshire Academy compares to 490 public schools serving similar grades in Houston, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Yorkshire Academy (this school) | 7.5 |
| MEADOW WOOD EL | 8.2 |
| SPRING BRANCH ACADEMIC INSTITUTE | 7.2 |
| THORNWOOD EL | 6.0 |
| WILCHESTER EL | 8.8 |
| NOTTINGHAM EL | 8.2 |
| RUMMEL CREEK EL | 8.3 |
| ASKEW EL | 4.0 |
| ASHFORD EL | 8.6 |
| RAY DAILY EL | 6.3 |
| THE WILDCAT WAY SCHOOL | 3.6 |
| BENDWOOD SCHOOL | 7.3 |
| SHERWOOD EL | 6.5 |
| SHADOWBRIAR EL | 6.1 |
| WALNUT BEND EL | 4.5 |
| BUSH EL | 8.7 |
| SHADOW OAKS EL | 6.8 |
| BUDEWIG INT | 4.8 |
| OUTLEY EL | 5.3 |
| FROSTWOOD EL | 9.0 |
| 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.
Data Unavailable
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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
14120 MEMORIAL DR, Houston, TX 77079
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yorkshire Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILCHESTER EL (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ASHFORD EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE BRANCH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MEADOW WOOD EL Houston | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| SPRING FOREST MIDDLE Houston | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| THORNWOOD EL Houston | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| SPRING BRANCH ACADEMIC INSTITUTE Houston | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| STRATFORD H S Houston | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| JAPANESE EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE Houston | 0.9 mi | 2.9 |
| WESTCHESTER ACADEMY FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Houston | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| WILCHESTER EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| NOTTINGHAM EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| RUMMEL CREEK EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| SHERWOOD FOREST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| SMALLER SCHOLARS MONTESSORI Houston | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| ASKEW EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| ASHFORD EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| THE BRANCH SCHOOL Houston | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| RAINARD SCHOOL Houston | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| RAY DAILY EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| SHERWOOD EL Houston | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| FIVE STAR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 1.9 mi | — |
| LA MATERNELLE FRENCH ACADEMY Houston | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77079 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,089
Median Home Value
$636,100
Median Rent
$1,620/mo
Population
35,540
College Educated
67.9%
Homeownership
50.8%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
36
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CRENSHAW EL AND MIDDLE Galveston, TX | 7.5 |
| FIREWHEEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Garland, TX | 7.5 |
| GARWOOD EL Altair, TX | 7.5 |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY OF WINDCREST Windcrest, TX | 7.5 |
| BAKER EL Canadian, TX | 7.6 |
| JEFFERSON PRI SCH Jefferson, TX | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yorkshire Academy
What grades does Yorkshire Academy serve?
Yorkshire Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Yorkshire Academy?
Yorkshire Academy has an enrollment of approximately 104 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yorkshire Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Yorkshire Academy is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Yorkshire Academy rank in TX?
Yorkshire Academy ranks #158 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Yorkshire Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Yorkshire Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Yorkshire Academy a private school?
Yes, Yorkshire Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Yorkshire Academy a religious school?
Yorkshire Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 104
- Gender Split
- 31% M / 69% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (281) 531-6088
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