HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY

HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY is a Title I public middle school that is part of the DALLAS ISD school district, located in DALLAS, TX with about 230 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 13 teachers, HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY, located in the Oak Cliff area of Dallas, is a highly regarded magnet school within the Dallas Independent School District. Serving students from prekindergarten through eighth grade, the school is unique for its authentic implementation of the Montessori method. This educational approach emphasizes student-led discovery, hands-on learning, and mixed-age classrooms, fostering an environment where children are encouraged to develop independence, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning at their own individual pace.

As a magnet institution, the academy attracts a diverse student body from across the district, all of whom are united by a curriculum that balances rigorous academic standards with the specialized Montessori philosophy. Beyond the core academics, the school places a strong emphasis on character development and community responsibility, often utilizing its sprawling, nature-integrated campus to provide students with unique outdoor learning experiences. With its long-standing history and commitment to specialized pedagogy, Harry Stone Montessori is widely recognized as a premier choice for families seeking an alternative, child-centered educational experience in Dallas.

For more information, contact HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY at (972) 794-3400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.