The British International School Of Houston (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked TX School
School Type: Alternative School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 1,200 students
Yearly Tuition: $37,250
Acceptance rate: 98%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

Upcoming Events and News

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- 09/28/2022
BIS Houston ranked #6 Best 草榴社区 K-12 School in the Houston Area! Learn more about our awards and why we're rated an A+ school.
- 07/25/2022
Ever wondered what #PersonalisedLearning is and how it helps children at school? "Personalised learning begins with teachers getting to know each student - as a person and as a learner ...more- and helping them discover what works best for them," says Dr Elise Ecoff, Group Education Director. hide
- 07/06/2022
The IB results are in & they are simply outstanding! With an impressive 35-point average score, 97% IPDP pass rate, a perfect score of 45, near perfect score of 44, ...more20% achieving 40 points or more, 2/3's scoring above the world average, 100% BTEC & HS Diploma pass rate; our #worldclass #Classof2022 #NAEAchievers are heading to some of the best universities around the world. Read more here! Congratulations! hide
- 08/19/2021
British School System vs. American - How Do They Differ?
- 08/12/2021
We are delighted to share our 2020/2021 IGCSE student cohort achieved an outstanding set of results, marking another successful year of academic achievements.
- 01/13/2021
BIS Houston is proud to announce Class of 2020 Graduate, Alex, has been accepted to study History and Politics at Balliol College, Oxford.
- 12/01/2020
BIS Houston is delighted to announce we have been awarded NEASC accreditation. A globally recognized standard of excellence, NEASC Accreditation attests to a school's high quality and integrity.
- 10/29/2020
Against a global backdrop of logistical, health, and technological challenges, the British International School of Houston created a model for the future of K-12 education, one that allows for fluidity ...morebetween in-person and distance learning, guaranteeing continuity of education in a safe, inclusive environment. hide
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School Rankings

The British International School Of Houston ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Facts

School Type

Alternative School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The British International School Of Houston
Pre-K	85
Kind	70
1	90
2	75
3	110
4	110
5	80
6	100
7	100
8	85
9	90
10	70
11	65
12	70

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Language- based and Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

2000

School Calendar

School Motto

Create your future.

Student Body

Total Students

1,200 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

14%

State avg.: 42%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

200 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Advanced Courses

ArtBiology

ChemistryEnglish

FrenchHistory

PhysicsSpanish

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Educational Collaborative for International Schools (ECIS)
International Baccalaureate World School (IB)
Texas Alliance of Accredited 草榴社区 Schools (TAAPS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$37,250

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Tuition Notes

Tuition includes books and supplies.

Acceptance Rate

98%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Jane Chastant

Sports

Total Sports Offered

18 sports

Sports

GymnasticsIndoor Soccer

Martial ArtsSoccer

SwimmingTennis

Track and FieldUltimate Frisbee

VolleyballWinter Track

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School Mascot

Bulldogs

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

9 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Chess ClubModel United Nations

Science OlympiadStudent Leadership

UNICEF Club

Arts and Music Programs:

ChoirInstrumental Music Lessons

Theatre Production

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Junior Bulldogs

School Notes

The British International School of Houston provides high quality education in a structured, positive and caring environment designed to meet the individual needs of students.
Our state-of-the-art facilities are designed specifically to enhance learning opportunities for students from PreK3 through 12th Grade (Early Years - Year 13).
The school welcomes all nationalities, engenders respect for all cultures, and a sense of discipline is naturally achieved.

The British International School of Houston was the third of the British Schools of America to open, opening its doors in September 2000.
We are part of the Nord Anglia Education group of 80+ schools around the globe.
The British International School of Houston has a new, state-of-the-art, purpose built, 33-acre campus, conveniently located in Katy at Westgreen and I10. It features an impressive array of cutting-edge facilities and exciting learning areas to enrich your child's school experience.
Our dynamic learning spaces are specifically designed to enhance the learning process, with open and moveable classrooms that can be tailored to each lesson to create collaborative and exciting environments.
This unique and international style of the school has proven popular and attractive to a wide variety of American, British and international families in the Harris county area. Today, BISH's student body, PreK3 through 12th Grade (Early Years - Year 13), is made up of 70+ nationalities,the majority being American and British. The school's capacity is 2000 students.
The British International School of Houston provides a nurturing environment with a world-class personalised learning approach that is grounded in each student's unique experiences, cpabilities and interests. With roots in the Houston community and international curricula founded on British values, we develop lifelong learners who are resilient, confident and capable of shaping the world around them.
From the enquiry and play based approach in Early Years to the highly specilised IB Diploma Programme, our students benefit from a differentiated and personalised approach that empowers every student to make exceptional progress.
As early as three years of age, children at BISH begin to learn to read through carefully guided play. Our Primary school students perform well beyond their peers when benchmarked against international standards. This trend continues through our IB Diploma Programme in high school, where our students score amongst the top 5% of students worldwide.
Our graduates are accepted into prestigious universities, both in the US and worldwide, inluding Cornell University, London School of Economics, West Point Academy, Oxford University, UCLA and the University of Cambridge, to name but a few.
No matter where our students come from, they leave better prepared with a global passport to their future. We are more than a place to learn: We are the place to be.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The British International School Of Houston cost?

The British International School Of Houston's tuition is approximately $37,250 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of The British International School Of Houston?

The acceptance rate of The British International School Of Houston is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.

What sports does The British International School Of Houston offer?

The British International School Of Houston offers 18 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, E-sports, Fencing, Field Hockey, Golf, Gymnastics, Indoor Soccer, Martial Arts, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Winter Track. The British International School Of Houston is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Texas for most sports offered.

What is The British International School Of Houston's ranking?

The British International School Of Houston ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for The British International School Of Houston?

The application deadline for The British International School Of Houston is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 7/24/2015

Its an amazing school! Has the right facilatys and has lots of IB subjects.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - emmie

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