HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY
505 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.
505
Total Students
32.9
Full-Time Teachers
15.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
79.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic | 278 |
| Black | 198 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More | 10 |
| American Indian | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic278 (55.0%)
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Black198 (39.2%)
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White10 (2.0%)
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Two or More10 (2.0%)
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Asian6 (1.2%)
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American Indian2 (0.4%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.2%)
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: | 505 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 32.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 387 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 12 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
27
Kindergarten
49
Grade 1
46
Grade 2
52
Grade 3
40
Grade 4
48
Grade 5
45
Grade 6
72
Grade 7
61
Grade 8
65
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 27 |
| Kindergarten | 49 |
| Grade 1 | 46 |
| Grade 2 | 52 |
| Grade 3 | 40 |
| Grade 4 | 48 |
| Grade 5 | 45 |
| Grade 6 | 72 |
| Grade 7 | 61 |
| Grade 8 | 65 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 289 | 57.2% |
| Male | 216 | 42.8% |
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