Harry Stone Montessori Academy

4747 Veterans Dr
Dallas, TX 75216
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 524 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Harry Stone Montessori Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 524 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Top 20% in TX
  • : 50% (Top 30%)
  • : 76% (Top 10%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Harry Stone Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Harry Stone Montessori Academy's student population of 524 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers

School Rankings

Harry Stone Montessori Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harry Stone Montessori Academy is 0.55, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#1354 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
50%
41%
76%
51%
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
55%
53%
Black
39%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.55
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Harry Stone Montessori Academy's ranking?
Harry Stone Montessori Academy is ranked #1354 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Harry Stone Montessori Academy often compared to?
Harry Stone Montessori Academyis often viewed alongside schools like J P Starks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Harry Stone Montessori Academy?
524 students attend Harry Stone Montessori Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Harry Stone Montessori Academy students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harry Stone Montessori Academy?
Harry Stone Montessori Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harry Stone Montessori Academy offer ?
Harry Stone Montessori Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Harry Stone Montessori Academy part of?
Harry Stone Montessori Academy is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Harry Stone Montessori Academy located?
Harry Stone Montessori Academy is located in the Cedar Crest neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Cedar Crest.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 524 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 50% (Top 30%)
  • : 76% (Top 10%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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