Montessori Academy in Harlingen, TX serves 49 students from pre–kindergarten through grade 5 in a nonsectarian, small city environment.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 12:1, supported by 4 full–time teachers for focused early learning.
Founded in 1985, Montessori Academy offers a Montessori program and holds memberships in the American Montessori Society and National Association for the Education of Young Children.
With approximately 86 percent students of color, Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for student diversity.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1985
Student Body
Total Students
49 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
86%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Montessori Academy?
The application deadline for Montessori Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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