Houston Outdoor Learning Academy

2731 Houston Ave, Houston, TX, 77009
Tel: (713)224-4652
Grades: 6 - 12 | 9 students
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Houston Outdoor Learning Academy, or HOLA, is a full-time school for students in grades 6 through 12 who wish to combine their innate curiosity, love of the outdoors, and academic growth into an educational setting that uses a hands-on approach to enhance self-esteem, multiple intelligences, academic knowledge, social skills, and personal success. Houston Outdoor Learning Academy is comprised of an incredibly dedicated group of staff members. Coming from various backgrounds and walks of life, one thing they have in common is their love of teaching. Each teacher at H.O.L.A. gets to know each and every student who attends the school on a personal level, creating an environment of understanding and mutual respect that is very important, yet hard to find in an educational atmosphere.

School Overview:
Houston Outdoor Learning Academy
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 6 - 12
Learning Programs Supported yes
Year Founded 2000
Student Body
Total Students 9 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 23% (TX School Avg.: 30%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 3:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
Average Class Size 10 students
Classroom dress code Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $10,500
% on Financial Aid 20%
Acceptance Rate 80%

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Gr. 6-12 | 0 mi. away
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Gr. K-3 | 1.4 mi. away
St Luke's Day School
Gr. K | 1.4 mi. away
Episcopal High School
Gr. 9-12 | 1.4 mi. away
Spring Woods Weekday Ministries
Gr. K | 1.4 mi. away

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