Parents who choose not to send their children to public schools have other education options in the Conroe and Montgomery areas. This noncomprehensive guide lists private schools and information to help parents make the best decision for their children.

Religious

These schools are associated with a particular religion and may require families to also practice that religion in the curriculum.
Adventist Christian Academy of Texas Grades served: pre-K—12 Enrollment: 60 Tuition: $580-$660 per month Extracurricular activities: handbells, violin, yearbook, field trips, basketball 3601 S. Loop 336 E., Conroe 936-756-5078 www.adventistchristianacademyoftexas.org
Covenant Christian School Grades served: pre-K—12 Enrollment: 335 Tuition: $7,200 (pre-K), $12,000 (K-12) Extracurricular activities: basketball, baseball, football, cross country, track, cheerleading, Spanish club, 4H, choir, art 4503 I-45 N., Conroe 936-890-8080 www.covenantonline.com
Glenwood Private School Grades served: K-2 Enrollment: 120 Tuition: $180-$230 (weekly) Extracurricular activities: fun bus fitness, soccer, Spanish classes, dance, summer field trips 912 W. Lewis St., Conroe 936-756-1223 www.glenwoodprivateschool.com
Lifestyle Christian School Grades served: K-12 Enrollment: 130 Tuition: $8,050 (K-5), $8,150 (6-8), $8,350 (9-12) annually Extracurricular activities: basketball, track, cross country, volleyball, football 3993 I-45 N., Conroe 936-756-9383 www.lifestylechristian.org
Montgomery Christian Academy Grades served: K-6 Enrollment: 75 Tuition: $8,100-$8,820 annually Extracurricular activities: soccer, ballet, karate, piano, guitar, track and field, Association of Christian Schools International 12681 FM 149, Montgomery 936-622-4598 www.montgomerychristianacademy.com
Sacred Heart Catholic School Grades served: pre-K—8 Enrollment: 280 Tuition: $6,977 (Catholic), $7,896 (nonCatholic) annually Extracurricular activities: soccer, basketball, track, volleyball, robotics, Nutty Scientist, dance, choir, music, drama 615 McDade St., Conroe 936-756-3848 www.shcstx.com

Charter

Charter schools are open to any student, do receive state funds and might also accept donations from private or public sources.
Willis Classical Academy Grades served: K-8 Enrollment: 165 Tuition: free Extracurricular activities: art and music lessons, Latin language courses, student council. 202 S. Thomason St., Willis 936-890-0100 www.willis-classical.responsiveed.com