If approximately 15-20% (citing 17 sources...naming two pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov and dyslexia.yale.edu)…read moreof children in kindergarten through 3rd grade (roughly ages 5-9) have dyslexia, based on prevalence estimates from major dyslexia research organizations and studies focused on early elementary school populations...please explain how a school charging $25,000 a year for tuition failed to recognize severe dyslexia and dysgraphia in a student who attended from K-3rd grade. The DIBELS assessment tool, which can be as cheap as $0, requires no certification and is easy and quick, recommends testing to begin in kindergarten. The Texas Education Agency mandates dyslexia risk assessment beginning in kindergarten.

Love the environment. They practice what they preach: being people for others. Students act like a…read morelarge family, at least the first four years since it began.

! Thats all i got to say when i saw the tuition?!? Did not sit around long enough to wait for…read moreanything else....

If your family doesn't have a legacy at this school, don't waste your time applying. When some of…read morethe school own faculty says that your kid has a better resume than 95% of the kids in the school and they don't get in, there is something wrong here. They denied my first kid in 2016 and now in 2025. It's a very exclusive country club for the elites. I'm sure the reputation is widely known through out Houston, but no one says anything about it and I'm sure many people share your feelings regarding legacy admissions and its woke culture.

My entire experience with this school has been truly awful. I've been discriminated against, lied…read moreto, insulted, and excluded from everything receiving my son's report cards to Halloween parties. The receptionist once cited her own made up "11th Commandment," to justify not allowing me to pick up my own child. The school now claims I am my son's grandpa for some reason. I found errors in this year's student/parent handbook then I looked at last years and found the same errors so they're obviously copying and pasting each year and not checking anything. They excluded me from being an emergency contact and when I finally got access to the medical records they have on file for my son I found critical errors regarding his most serious allergic reaction. To fix the error all that was needed was to change 1 word on a 1 page document. It's been 4 months since I brought their error to their attention and have yet to receive confirmation that they fixed it and just today after finding out they refer to me as my son's grandfather my son's teacher dm's me telling me wtf she doesn't appreciate. This is a religious school and in the handbook the first mention of "God," is literally a disclosure that informs you that you won't get your tuition money back if an act of "God" shuts down the school. I think the Devil might be the Principal.

Holy Spirit has been our home for the last 4 years. My kids started in their Early Childhood school…read moreand have since moved on to their Primary school. The teachers and staff are wonderful and loving. The curriculum is excellent and they make learning fun. Both my kids enjoy going to school each day.

We have loved our experience at Duchesne. Our daughter started in 3rd and is entering 7th. The…read moreeducation has felt very individualized to her and she says it is like a home to her. We have always felt the teachers and administration are willing to work with us to create a strong and well rounded educational experience. It is also so fun to see all the different age girls interacting since there are girls from pre-k 3 through 12th grade on the campus. The girls often get a chance to feel like a leader. Also we are not catholic and have never felt out of place as a family here. Highly recommend!

attended Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart from Pre-K through 5th grade, and I can honestly say…read moreit was one of the most damaging and traumatic experiences of my life. The school constantly preached, "We are a family," but that couldn't have been farther from the truth. It felt more like being trapped in a prison where no one cared about you--especially if you didn't fit their idea of the "perfect" student. I have a learning disability, and instead of offering support, the school made me feel like I was a burden. The teachers completely ignored my struggles and acted as if my needs were too much for them to handle. They couldn't be bothered to help me succeed and made it clear that if you weren't one of their "ideal" students, you didn't matter. The bullying was relentless, and it was allowed to thrive. I was made fun of constantly, and the teachers never intervened. They didn't care. I went to them for help, and their response was always the same: dismissive and uninterested. It was like I didn't exist unless I was falling in line with their expectations. They let the bullying continue, creating an environment that was toxic, unsafe, and emotionally damaging. Instead of being a family, this school felt like a place where kids were pitted against each other, and the weak were left to fend for themselves. I was held back because of this school. Instead of providing me with the help I needed to succeed, they let me fall behind and made me feel like I wasn't good enough. The lack of support and care destroyed my confidence and left me feeling worthless. They didn't help me overcome my challenges; they just made them worse. I had to repeat a grade because of their failure to provide any meaningful support or accommodations for my learning disability. I should have been given the resources to succeed, but they chose to push me aside and let me fail. And the tuition--don't even get me started. We paid an absurd amount of money for this so-called education, but all we got in return was a toxic, neglectful environment. The money went into the pockets of the administration, while the students received no extra help, no special accommodations, and no real education. It felt like we were just another dollar sign to them, nothing more. They were more interested in maintaining their "prestige" than actually helping the students who needed it the most. In the end, I left Duchesne feeling completely broken and defeated. The school didn't just fail me academically--it ruined my sense of self-worth. I was left emotionally scarred, and I had to fight to rebuild my confidence. It wasn't a place that nurtured growth, learning, or self-esteem. It was a place where kids were ignored, bullied, and made to feel like they weren't good enough. I wouldn't wish this school on my worst enemy. If your child has a learning disability, or if they don't fit into the mold of the "perfect" student, don't send them here. Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart will not help them thrive. It will break them. This school doesn't care about the students--it only cares about money and its own image. It's a toxic, harmful place that promises a family but delivers nothing but pain, neglect, and failure.

The Fay School offers a truly exceptional elementary education experience and is one of Houston's…read moretop-tier private schools. It is a nondenominational institution, and the faculty is incredible, so welcoming, and deeply invested our children's growth, both academically and personally. Its outdoor education program is amazing. Students are given opportunities to explore, take risks, and develop confidence beyond the classroom. Fay is intentional about shaping well-rounded individuals, not just strong students. They teach emotional intelligence which is invaluable. Beyond academics, the sense of community is truly special. From the moment you join, you feel like part of a family. You are supported, valued, and connected. The school also has a unique way of "doing everything big," whether it's events, programs, or celebrations, creating a vibrant and enriching experience for both students and parents. Our time at Fay was incredibly positive. They have frequent alumni reunions as well, and I am still friends with some of the teachers.

We've been going here about half a year and my child absolutely loves it. We are thankful for the…read morefaculty and staff and he has really grown and thrived both academically and as an individual. When the environment is right then your child can thrive and be more open to learning.

School of the Woods provides a wonderful environment for learning. They stay true to the Montessori…read morephilosophy and focus on kindness, independence, self-motivation, self-accountability, and of course learning. The student body is very multicultural and the atmosphere is inclusive and accepting.

I have in fact been attending this establishment since the fifth year of my academic pursuit. In…read moreprevious yearly cycles, the academy has been far more pleasant, yet as of recent times, I have found strong displeasure with the state of the institution with the price only going up yet seeing virtually no difference in anything save meaningless policies that have not a single net benefit of note. I find the principal of the upper school to be quite an insufferable individual, often refusing to deal with situations considered of an important scale especially on topics such as blatant bullying and exceptionally problematic behavioral issues, however many of the teachers are indeed wonderful people. On a positive note however, the school does have a wonderful multicultural aspect that allows for a child to gain a more whole and worldly perspective, though you must ask yourself before sending your child here: is being in a multicultural school worth their mental health? the answer should be no, so this school is in fact a great school, BUT only up until the high school, where I would consider sending my child elsewhere.

We have been a St. Mark Lutheran family for two years- my only regret is that we didn't discover…read morethis hidden gem until recently. As a former educator and a current Licensed Professional Counselor who works exclusively with children and adolescents, my expectations for a school are HIGH. I cannot say enough good things about SML...this school is truly a family and they care about each individual child. The teachers are engaged and responsive and support the kids by attending extracurricular events on their own time! We just love the school and staff and HIGHLY recommend this school!

We just started this year and what an amazing school! The teachers are so helpful and surround the…read morekids with positivity that they need to flourish. The school is beautiful and the kids are just family to one another, which is hard to find these days in the classrooms. I would highly recommend this school to everyone!

Best school for grand daughter so far. Really like it. Christmas program was fantastic. Check it…read moreout.

Our children attended The Branch School for many years. It was a wonderful experience. They…read morereceived a top notch education.. They teach respect for others, peace making, compassion, team work, as well a love for learning. We could not have found a better school for them.

I'm a 13-year-old student at Memorial Private School in Houston, and because it's a small school,…read moreit's easy to get to know people quickly and feel comfortable from the start. Academically, there's a strong focus on **memorization**, but in some subjects we also do **projects**, which adds some variety. We usually take **five classes**, so when exams come around it feels **more manageable** to plan your studying, since you're balancing fewer subjects at the same time. Even though the school is small, the **6th period (electives)** has a nice range of options, including creative classes and sports like **martial arts** or **pickleball**. One thing I would improve is **Spanish**: if you already speak it, the class can end up being mostly **tests**, and you don't always get the chance to work on material that actually helps you improve.

Memorial Private School, in West Houston, is really different from most private schools. They are…read moreleaders in research-based education and pioneers in microschooling. They partner with top universities and companies in the U.S. to give teens a chance to experience practical applications to subject matter. Both life and college prep for grades 6-12, they get students excited and engaged in learning. Small classes, individualized attention, and traditional values are integral at Memorial Private School. As a former private school administrator for over 15 years, I am impressed. They are ranked in the top 10% in Texas by Private School Review and recently won the best private school by Living Magazine readers. - Posted by Administrator - Ann Peterson

This is our second year at Grace and my son loves it. He loves his teachers. He is developing into…read morea great student. The school has a very nice facility and top notch security. School has a basketball court, football field, and two playgrounds. Glad we found this gem!

We love Grace School! Our son has been in primary school there for 3 years and will continue there…read moreuntil high school in addition to enrolling our other son. Their curriculum, teachers, and staff are incredible! They go above and beyond with STEM days, yoga, library, problem based learning, chapel and so much more.