Katy is known across the Greater Houston area as a place that offers a high-quality education, and that reputation does not only apply to public schools. Many private schools in Katy and the surrounding area also are recognized as top-notch educational institutions.
Coram Deo Preparatory Academy
1225 W. Grand Parkway S., Katy, 832-607-1526, www.coramdeokaty.org
Grades: K–9 (university model school)
Extracurricular activities: Art, Lego robotics, engineering camp, track, boys basketball, girls volleyball, fencing, archery, debate team, chess club, foreign languages
Tuition: $3,200–$4,000 annually depending on grade level
Faith West
2225 Porter Road, Katy, 281-391-5683, www.faithwest.org
Grades: Pre-K–12
Enrollment: 590
Extracurricular activities: Football, basketball, volleyball, swimming, track, cross country, golf, soccer, tennis, wrestling, band, theater, choir, cheerleading, a variety of fine arts programs, International Club, Science Club, Pals Program, FFA
Tuition: $8,427–$11,268 annually depending upon grade level
Mirus Academy
906 Ave. A, Katy, 281-392-4477, www.mirus-academy.org
Grades: 3–12
Enrollment: 95
Extracurricular activities: Math Olympiad, Scripps National Spelling Bee, Thespian Honor Society, drama, violin, family trip
Tuition: $8,189 annually
Houston Christian High School
2700 W. Sam Houston Parkway N. Houston, 713-580-6000, www.houstonchristian.org
Grades: 9–12
Enrollment: 505
Extracurricular activities: Baseball, basketball, cheerleading, cross country, drill team, field hockey, football, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming, band, orchestra, choir, dance, theater
Tuition: $19,670 annually
Montessori Moments
19115 Spanish Needle Drive, Houston, 281-578-9838, www.montessorimoments.com
Grades: Pre-K–4
Enrollment: 95
Extracurricular activities: Soccer, gymnastics, art, dance, Spanish, yoga
Tuition: $604–$880 per month
The Oaks Seventh-day Adventist Christian School
11735 Grant Road, Cypress, 713-896-0071, www.theoaks22.adventistschoolconnect.org
Grades: Pre-K–12
Enrollment: 134
Extracurricular activities: Flag football, basketball, volleyball, student council, choir
Tuition: $5,500–$6,000 annually depending upon grade level
Rainard School
11059 Timberline Road, Houston, 713-647-7246, www.rainard.org
Grades: Pre-K–12
Enrollment: 72
Extracurricular activities: Hip-hop dance, robotics, violin, chess, theater, strategy games, book binding, magazine making, fencing
Tuition: $9,070–$18,001 annually depending upon grade level
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School
6646 Addicks Satsuma Road, Houston, 281-463-1444, www.seascs.org
Grades: Pre-K–8
Enrollment: 430
Extracurricular activities: Football, soccer, volleyball, basketball, track, softball, baseball, cheerleading, student council, drama, choir, band, broadcasting
Tuition: $6,700 annually
St. John Paul II Catholic School
1400 Parkway Plaza Drive, Houston, 281-496-1500, www.jp2.org
Grades: Pre-K–8
Enrollment: 724
Extracurricular activities: Soccer, basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball, football, cross country, track, band, Chess Club, Art Club, Challenge Club, gymnastics, choir, theater, Girl Scouts, robotics and Conquest Club
Tuition: $6,830–$7,920 annually depending on grade level
St. John XXIII High School
1800 W. Grand Parkway N., Katy, 281-693-1000, www.sj23lions.org
Grades: 9–12
Enrollment: 390
Extracurricular activities: Baseball, basketball, soccer, cheerleading, cross country, swimming, tennis, track, volleyball, a variety of clubs including film, gaming, culinary and choir Tuition: $13,675 annually
Texas Christian School
17810 Keith Harrow Blvd., Houston, 281-550-6060, www.texaschristianschool.org
Grades: Pre-K–12
Enrollment: 270
Extracurricular activities: volleyball, cheerleading, football, basketball, tennis, track and field, baseball, soccer, ballet, piano lessons, karate
Tuition: $7,000–$8,000 annually depending on grade level
Yorkshire Academy
14120 Memorial Drive, Houston, 281-531-6088, www.yorkshireacademy.com
Grades: Pre-K–5
Enrollment: 270
Extracurricular activities: Enrichment classes, including music, Spanish, art, computer, physical education/health and library
Tuition: $3,700–$13,640 annually depending on grade level
This is not a comprehensive list of private schools in the Katy area. If your organization is not included, please email us at [email protected].
Note: Tuition fees are from the 2014–15 school year and are subject to change. Registration for most area schools begins in January or February.