Serving 384 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Alief Montessori Community School 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alief Montessori Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Alief Montessori Community School's student population of 384 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Alief Montessori Community School 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 Alief Montessori Community School is 0.69, which is more 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
#1490 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
38%
6%
Hispanic
39%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
5%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Alief Montessori Community School's ranking?
Alief Montessori Community School is ranked #1490 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Alief Montessori Community School?
384 students attend Alief Montessori Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Alief Montessori Community School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alief Montessori Community School?
Alief Montessori Community School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alief Montessori Community School offer ?
Alief Montessori Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Alief Montessori Community School part of?
Alief Montessori Community School is part of Alief Montessori Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Alief Montessori Community School located?
Alief Montessori Community School is located in the Alief neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Alief.
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