Athena Academy (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 1-8
Enrollment: 72 students
Yearly Tuition: $47,500
Average class size: 6 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Type

Special Education School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 1-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Athena Academy
1	2
2	1
3	9
4	11
5	21
6	9
7	10
8	9

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia

Year Founded

2010

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

72 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

11 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

70%

Average Class Size

6 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$47,500

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Summer Program Cost

$700

Admissions Director

Anne Boswell

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Athena Academy is a nonprofit school founded in 2010, devoted to educating bright dyslexic and twice-exceptional (2e) children, grades 1 - 8.
Athena Academy uses a blend of teaching methods, based on the latest neuroscience and educational research, which builds on the dyslexic student's natural, picture-oriented learning style.
Athena Academy offers both a full-time in-person program as well as a full-time online program.
Athena Academy is located on a spacious 3-acre campus in Palo Alto, CA.

Athena Academy provides exceptional education for students whose primary diagnosis is dyslexia or one of its synonyms: specific learning disorder, specific reading disorder, DSM diagnostic category 315. In addition, the student must have an average or above average intelligence, and be able to learn in a focused classroom. To apply, children will need the psycho-educational test results to substantiate the diagnosis, intelligence, and behavior.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Athena Academy cost?

Athena Academy's tuition is approximately $47,500 for private students and $700 for summer students.

Does Athena Academy offer a summer program?

Yes, Athena Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

When is the application deadline for Athena Academy?

The application deadline for Athena Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Athena Academy located?

Athena Academy is located in the Greenmeadow neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Greenmeadow.

School Reviews

5 4/28/2022

A transformative school for children with dyslexia. They are taught skillfully and learn to see their many strengths as dyslexic learners. We`ve seen our child go from such low self-confidence to feeling confident and happy and learning tons. He likes the structured mornings, more open-ended electives in the afternoon, and the lunch! And if your child likes to build and create as ours does, the maker space is wonderful.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Palo Alto, CA is $40,477 for elementary schools and $45,519 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Palo Alto, CA is 57% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).