Prototype v1 — dev build for design review. School records are reproduced from the Texas TEFA finder and the NCES Private School Survey (October 9, 2026); phone number and partner-fund terms are placeholders.

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For schools: how to participate in TEFA

Applications are rolling. Here are the requirements and the rules that matter once you're in.

Requirements

Accreditation by a TEPSAC-recognized organization or TEA; at least two school years of continuous operation; an annual nationally norm-referenced assessment for participating students in grades 3-12; located in Texas (virtual schools need a Texas office).

Tuition rules

Charge TEFA families the same tuition as everyone else, keep generally applicable discounts, and keep a written policy on how financial aid relates to tuition.

Payments

Accounts are funded 25% July 1, 25% October 1 and 50% February 1. Families may prepay; refunds go back to the account.

Pre-K providers

Licensed child care in good standing plus one quality marker such as Texas Rising Star 3 stars, Texas School Ready, a district pre-K partnership or recognized accreditation.

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Starting or growing a school in Houston?

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