Serving 780 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Garden Oaks Montessori ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garden Oaks Montessori's student population of 780 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
780 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Garden Oaks Montessori ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garden Oaks Montessori is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3048 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
54%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
28%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garden Oaks Montessori's ranking?
Garden Oaks Montessori is ranked #3048 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Garden Oaks Montessori often compared to?
Garden Oaks Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Durham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Garden Oaks Montessori?
780 students attend Garden Oaks Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Garden Oaks Montessori students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garden Oaks Montessori?
Garden Oaks Montessori has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Garden Oaks Montessori offer ?
Garden Oaks Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Garden Oaks Montessori part of?
Garden Oaks Montessori is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Garden Oaks Montessori located?
Garden Oaks Montessori is located in the Central Northwest neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 13 other public schools located in Central Northwest.
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