Serving 505 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 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 15:1 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harry Stone Montessori Academy serves the northern part of its school district in Dallas, TX, covering an area of approximately 0.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.2 miles from the school.
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Harry Stone Montessori Academy's student population of 505 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
505 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Harry Stone Montessori Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1276 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
55%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harry Stone Montessori Academy's ranking?
Harry Stone Montessori Academy is ranked #1276 out of 8,096 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, Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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?
505 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 White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harry Stone Montessori Academy?
Harry Stone Montessori Academy has a student ration of 15:1, 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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