HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY
538 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic | 315 |
| Black | 193 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More | 12 |
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Hispanic315 (58.6 %)
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Black193 (35.9 %)
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White13 (2.4 %)
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Two or More12 (2.2 %)
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Asian5 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 299 | 55.6% |
| Male | 239 | 44.4% |
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