As a more diverse population continues to relocate to the Austin area, so does the demand for a high quality private education. Currently there are more than 300 private schools in the Austin Metro area (includes Round Rock, Pflugerville, Cedar Park, Leander, San Marcos) serving more than 12,000 students. The educational landscape includes large, elite academies, college preparatory schools and parochial schools of varying sizes. Parents have a wealth of options when it comes to the private schools in the area. The cost to attend also cover a wide spectrum, with tuition costs ranging from $3600 to well over $20,000 a year.
How Do My Kids Apply to these Austin Private Schools?
Although each school has their own requirements and application process, below are some general steps when in comes to applying to Austin private schools.
Step 1. Meet with the School – The first step would be to schedule a private tour with all schools you have interest in. Yes, you will get plenty of recommendations from your friends, family, co-workers and/or church, but the only way you’re to get a feel for the school is to experience the school/community for yourself. Most schools will want you to set up a private tour and also attend any open houses the school will hold. An open house will allow you to meet/interact with other parents/children that attend.
Step 2. Open an Admission File – Once you find a fit, the next step is to open an admission file. You will submit an application and pay for any fees that apply. Other information a school may need include; birth certificate, teacher/principal letters, other recommendation letters and/or student academic reports.
Step 3. Testing – Most schools will require a student to take an academic/development assessment test. This could include a specialized test designed for the specific school and/or The Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE). The Admission Office of each school will detail any and all testing that is required.
Step 4. Interview – Once the application and testing is complete, most schools will schedule individual interviews. Depending on the grade level of your child, this could include a private interview with your child, with parents or both. This is the time for all unanswered questions to take place between the school, parents and child.
The above outline is for information purposes only. This is just a basic timeline to detail what to expect. Each school has their own requirements which may include all or more that what’s listed above.
Austin Private Schools Map
Below you’ll find our Austin Private Schools Map. Private schools are marked with black, orange/yellow or black graduation caps. The map is interactive, so use it to explore the area.
Where are Austin Private Schools Located?
There are more than 300 private schools in the Austin Metro Area. Below is just a small sampling of what’s available in the Austin area. We decided to show the largest and the closest to Downtown Austin, and distinguished between religious and non-religious.
Christian Schools in Austin
| Regents School of Austin Grades K-12; Enrollment: 900+ 3230 Travis Country Circle, Austin 78735 Phone: 512-899-8095 Website: www.regents-austin.com | Brentwood Christian School Grades PK-12; Enrollment: 713+ 11908 N. Lamar Blvd, Austin 78753 Phone: 512-835-5983 Website: www.brentwoodchristian.org |
| Hill Country Christian School of Austin Grades K-12; Enrollment: 500+ 2124 RR 620 N, Austin 78734 Phone: 512-331-7036 Website: www.hillcountrychristianschool.org | Round Rock Christian Academy Grades PK-12; Enrollment: 500+ 301 N. Lake Creek Dr, Round Rock 78681 Phone: 512-255-4491 Website: www.rrca-tx.org |
| Summit Christian Academy Grades Pre-School-12 Enrollment: 425 2121 Cypress Creek Rd, Cedar Park – 512-250-1369 1303 Leander Dr, Leander 512-259-4416 Website: www.summiteagles.org | Shoreline Christian School Grades PK-12; Enrollment: 275+ 15201 Burnet Rd, Austin 78728 Phone: 512-310-7358 Website: www.shorelinechristianschool.org |
| St. Ignatius Martyr School Grades PK-8; Enrollment: 272 120 W Oltorf St, Austin 78704 Phone: 512-442-8547 Website: www.st-ignatius.org/school/ | Strickland Christian School Grades PreK-8; Enrollment: 225+ 7415 Manchaca Rd, Austin 78745 Phone: 512-447-1447 Website: www.stricklandschool.com |
Episcopal Schools in Austin
| St. Andrew’s Episcopal School Grades 1-12; Enrollment: 850 Lower & Middle Schools – Grades 1-8 1112 West 31st St, Austin 78705 Phone: 512-299-9800 | St. Andrew’s Episcopal High School Upper School – Grades 9-12 5901 Southwest Pky, Austin 78735 Phone: 512-299-9700 Website: www.sasaustin.org |
| St. Stephen’s Episcopal School Grades 6-12; Enrollment: 665+ 2900 Bunny Run, Austin 78746 Phone: 512-327-1213 Website: www.sstx.org | Trinity Episcopal School Grades K-8; Enrollment: 400 3901 Bee Cave Rd, Austin 78746 Phone: 512-472-9525 Website: www.trinitykids.com |
| All Saints Episcopal School Grades PreK-K; Enrollment: 170+ 209 W 27th St, Austin 78705 Phone: 512-472-8866 Website: www.allsaints-austin.org/aseds.htm |
Baptist Schools in Austin
| Hyde Park Baptist School Grades K-12; Enrollment: 540+ 3901 Speedway, Austin 78751 Phone: 512-465-8338 Website: www.hpbs.org |
Lutheran Schools in Austin
| Redeemer Lutheran School Grades K-8; Enrollment: 500+ 1500 W Anderson Ln, Austin 78757 Phone: 512-451-6478 Website: www.redeemerschool.net | St. Martin’s Lutheran Day School Grades 18 months-K; Enrollment: 190 606 W 15th St, Austin 78701 Phone: 512-476-4037 Website: www.saintmartins.org |
| St. Paul Lutheran School Grades PK3-8; Enrollment: 165+ 3407 Red River St, Austin 78705 Phone: 512-472-3313 Website: www.stpaulaustin.org |
Catholic Schools in Austin
| Holy Family Catholic School Grades PK-8; Enrollment: 450+ 9400 Neenah Ave, Austin 78717 Phone: 512-246-4455 Website: www.holyfamilycs.org | St. Theresa’s School Grades PK-8; Enrollment: 425+ 4311 Small Dr, Austin 78731 Phone: 512-451-7105 Website: www.st-theresa.org |
| St. Gabriel’s Catholic School Grades PK-8; Enrollment: 400+ 2500 Wimberly Ln, Austin 78735 Phone: 512-327-7755 Website: www.sgs-austin.org | St. Michael’s Catholic Academy Grades 9-12; Enrollment: 400 3000 Barton Creek Blvd, Austin 78735 Phone: 512-328-2323 Website: www.smca.com |
| St. Louis Catholic School Grades PK-8; Enrollment: 365 2114 St. Joseph Blvd., Austin 78757 Phone: 512-454-0384 Website: www.st-louis.org/school.htm | St. Ignatius Martyr School Grades PK-8; Enrollment: 272 120 W Oltorf St, Austin 78704 Phone: 512-442-8547 Website: www.st-ignatius.org/school/ |
| Strickland Christian School Grades PreK-8; Enrollment: 225+ 7415 Manchaca Rd, Austin 78745 Phone: 512-447-1447 Website: www.stricklandschool.com | St. Austin Catholic School Grades K-8; Enrollment: 208 1911 San Antonio St, Austin 78705 Phone: 512-477-3751 Website: www.staustinschool.org |
Non-Religious Based Schools in Austin
| Austin Waldorf School Grades PK-12; Enrollment: 380+ 8700 S View Rd, Austin 78737 Phone: 512-288-5942 Website: www.austinwaldorf.org | Austin Montessori School Grades: Preschool-8; Enrollment: 280 5006 Sunset Trail, Austin 78745 | 512-892-0253 6817 Great Northern Blvd, Austin 78757 | 512-450-1940 Website: www.austinmontessori.org |
| The Children’s School Grades PK-4; Enrollment: 155 2825 Hancock Dr, Austin 78731 Phone: 512-453-1126 Website: www.thechildrensschool.org | International School of Texas |
| Fusion Academy Grades: 6th-8th 4701 Bee Caves Road, Ste 101, Austin, TX 78746 Phone: (512) 330-0188 Website: www.fusionacademy.com |
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