HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY

School Overview
Harry Stone Montessori Academy, located in the Oak Cliff area of Dallas, is a highly regarded public magnet school within the Dallas Independent School District. It serves students from Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade, offering a specialized educational environment grounded in the Montessori philosophy. Unlike traditional schools, Harry Stone emphasizes self-directed activity, hands-on learning, and collaborative play, fostering an atmosphere where students are encouraged to progress at their own pace while developing independence and critical thinking skills.

The school is well-known for its diverse and inclusive community, drawing families from across the district who value a non-traditional approach to early childhood and middle school education. By utilizing mixed-age classrooms and specialized Montessori materials, Harry Stone aims to cultivate a lifelong love of learning and a sense of social responsibility. Because it is a magnet institution, the school maintains a rigorous academic reputation and consistently ranks as a sought-after choice for parents looking to provide their children with a structured yet individualized educational experience in a public school setting.
538
Total Students
37.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
74.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY
Demographic Student Count
White13
Hispanic315
Black193
Asian5
Two or More12
  • Hispanic
    315 (58.6 %)
  • Black
    193 (35.9 %)
  • White
    13 (2.4 %)
  • Two or More
    12 (2.2 %)
  • Asian
    5 (0.9 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: DALLAS ISD
Phone: (972)794-3400
Website: http://www.dallasisd.org/Page/2464
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 538
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 37.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 387
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 12
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 33
Kindergarten 48
Grade 1 39
Grade 2 60
Grade 3 49
Grade 4 48
Grade 5 50
Grade 6 59
Grade 7 65
Grade 8 87

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten33
Kindergarten48
Grade 139
Grade 260
Grade 349
Grade 448
Grade 550
Grade 659
Grade 765
Grade 887
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female29955.6%
Male23944.4%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)