Private Schools in Boerne, TX: A Family's Guide to Every Option
From the classical-Christian flagship to a Montessori campus, a university-model school, and the Episcopal and Lutheran options just over the San Antonio line — here's every private school a Boerne family realistically considers, with what each one is and who it fits.
For families moving to Boerne, the private-school question lands fast — and the good news is that a town this size punches well above its weight on options. Within Boerne proper you'll find a nationally regarded classical-Christian school, an established Montessori campus, a university-model program, a Catholic parish school, and a small Episcopal elementary. Drive fifteen minutes south toward the San Antonio line and the menu widens further. This guide walks through the private schools Boerne TX families actually choose among, what distinguishes each, and the practical details — grade range, affiliation, and rough tuition — that help you build a shortlist before you ever schedule a tour.
Private Schools in Boerne, TX
These five schools sit inside Boerne itself, spanning classical-Christian, Montessori, university-model, Catholic, and Episcopal approaches — five genuinely different educational philosophies within one small Hill Country town.
Geneva School of Boerne
Boerne's flagship private school and a regional draw in its own right. Founded in 1998, Geneva delivers a classical, Christ-centered education — Latin from third grade, a Socratic emphasis on critical thinking, and the trivium structure of grammar, logic, and rhetoric — to roughly 650 students across K through 12. It's the school that pulls families to Boerne specifically, with a full athletics program competing in TAPPS 4A and a strong college-placement record. If a classical-Christian worldview is what you're after, this is the anchor option in the market.
- GradesK–12 (PK available)
- AffiliationClassical Christian (non-denominational)
- Approx. tuition (2026–27)~$16,965 (K–5) to $18,360 (9–12)
- Roughly~650 students
Crestmont Christian Preparatory School
The most distinctive structure in Boerne. Crestmont is a non-denominational, Christ-centered university-model school: students attend campus part of the week and learn at home the rest, with parents acting as co-teachers on home days. Founded in 2007 and accredited by ACSI, it's built for families who want rigorous college prep and a Christian environment but also want more time together and a lower tuition than a full five-day private school. The trade-off is real parental involvement — this model works best when a parent can direct learning at home. For the right family, it's the most affordable private path in town.
- GradesK–12
- AffiliationNon-denominational Christian
- FormatUniversity-model (part-week campus)
- Approx. tuitionFrom ~$5,600 (varies by grade)
Hill Country Montessori School
For families drawn to the Montessori method, this is the option — and a notable one. Founded in 1981 on ten acres in the Hill Country, HCMS is the only American Montessori Society (AMS) accredited school in the greater San Antonio area and one of just a handful in Texas. Multi-age classrooms, certified Montessori lead teachers, and a self-paced approach run from toddler age through eighth grade. It's the right fit for families who specifically want authentic Montessori rather than a conventional classroom, and who value independence and child-led pacing.
- Grades18 months through Grade 8
- ApproachAuthentic Montessori (AMS accredited)
- Approx. tuition~$10,700–$16,600 by program
- Founded1981
St. Helena's Episcopal School
A small, nurturing early-childhood and elementary option in the heart of Boerne. St. Helena's grew from a three-classroom preschool founded in 2008 into a full elementary program by 2020, accredited by the Southwestern Association of Episcopal Schools (SAES). The day begins in chapel, and low student-to-teacher ratios and a play-and-exploration approach make it a fit for families wanting a faith-based, gentle start through the elementary years. Because it tops out at fifth grade, families typically pair it with a plan for middle and high school elsewhere.
- GradesPreschool (age 2) through Grade 5
- AffiliationEpiscopal
- AccreditationSAES
- NotePlan ahead for grades 6+
St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School
Boerne's Catholic option, right in the heart of town on Kronkosky Street. St. Peter the Apostle offers a Catholic classical liberal arts education centered on forming students in faith, virtue, and wisdom. It's a young, growing parish school: currently serving Pre-K through 6th grade, expanding to 7th for the 2026–27 year and to a full Pre-K–8 by 2027–28. Need-based financial aid is available through the Archdiocese of San Antonio's Hope for the Future program. For Catholic families who want a parish school close to home — and who are comfortable joining a school still adding grades — this is the in-town choice.
- GradesPre-K–6 (Pre-K–7 in 2026–27; Pre-K–8 by 2027–28)
- AffiliationCatholic (Archdiocese of San Antonio)
- Approx. tuition (2026–27)~$10,900 base (multi-child discounts apply)
- Financial aidTEFA, Hope for the Future, Perlitz Fund
Boerne sits close enough to north San Antonio that two more schools are squarely in range for many families — a fifteen-to-twenty-minute drive depending on where in Boerne you land. Both are worth a look, particularly for middle and high school, where Boerne's in-town options thin out.
TMI Episcopal
The marquee college-preparatory option in the area, just off I-10 toward San Antonio. TMI Episcopal is a 6–12 day and boarding school with a long-standing reputation, a leadership and honors-corps tradition, and tuition to match its tier. For Boerne families wanting a top-end independent college-prep experience — and willing to make the short drive — TMI is the school that competes with the best in San Antonio. It also offers boarding, which a handful of Hill Country families use.
- Grades6–12 (day & boarding)
- AffiliationEpiscopal, college-prep
- Approx. day tuition (2025–26)~$29,455 (MS) – $33,000 (US)
- LocationNW San Antonio (~15–20 min)
Lutheran High School of San Antonio
A smaller, faith-centered high school option toward northwest San Antonio. Lutheran High serves grades 9–12 with a full slate of AP and honors courses, competitive athletics, and tuition that sits well below the marquee independent schools. It's accredited through TAAPS and the Texas Private School Accreditation Commission, and while it's Christ-centered, families don't have to be Lutheran to enroll. For a Boerne family wanting an affordable, supportive Christian high school within driving range, it belongs on the list.
- Grades9–12
- AffiliationLutheran (open enrollment)
- Approx. tuition~$11,200
- AccreditationTAAPS / TEPSAC
School details — grades, accreditation, and especially tuition — change year to year. Figures here are drawn from each school's published materials and reflect 2025–26 or 2026–27 where available; confirm current specifics directly with the school before making decisions.
Matching a Boerne School to Your Family
The Boerne market is unusual in that its handful of schools represent genuinely distinct philosophies rather than variations on one. That makes the choice more about fit than ranking. A quick way to narrow it: if you want classical academics with a Christian worldview through high school, Geneva is the anchor. If you want a Christian education with more family time and a lower cost, Crestmont's university-model is the lever. If you want a Catholic parish school in town, St. Peter the Apostle is the option. If you specifically want Montessori, Hill Country Montessori is effectively the only authentic option in the area. For a gentle faith-based start in the early years, St. Helena's fits — with a plan for later grades. And for top-tier college prep or a more affordable Christian high school, the two San Antonio-line schools, TMI and Lutheran High, extend the menu.
One note for Catholic families specifically: the Boerne area lost a longtime Catholic option when The Atonement Catholic Academy closed in 2025, but St. Peter the Apostle has stepped into that space as a growing parish school in the heart of Boerne. Because St. Peter's is still adding grades — reaching a full Pre-K–8 by 2027–28 — families needing Catholic middle or high school today may still look into San Antonio for upper grades while younger children attend locally.
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See Our Boerne Community GuideChoosing among private schools Boerne TX families consider means weighing genuinely different philosophies. The Boerne private schools market spans classical Christian, Montessori, university-model, and Episcopal options, led by Geneva School of Boerne, the area's flagship classical Christian school Boerne families know best. Several strong private schools near Boerne sit just over the San Antonio line. For the wider Texas context — accreditation, tuition norms, and how to evaluate a school — see our guide to private schools in Central Texas. Planning a move? Start with our Boerne community guide for neighborhoods, schools, and market intel.