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Avondale House provides individuals with autism the resources, education, and training to develop to their fullest potential. Your support makes our mission possible.
Avondale House was founded in 1976 by a group of parents of children with autism.
At Avondale House, we are committed to the success of our children, young adults, and their families. We provide special education services in both our school, adult day program, and residential homes.
Our classrooms have no more than 8 students, with a certified teacher and two support staff in each.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 71 students
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Autism/Pervasive Develpmental Disorder
Year Founded
1976
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
71 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
73%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Avondale House Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
15%
Average Class Size
8 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Parent choice

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

School Notes

  • At Avondale House we are committed to the behavioral, academic, and vocationalsuccess of our children, young adults, and their families.
  • Avondale House instructional program is based on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) generalized into a classroom setting.
  • Class size is limited to 8 students with 3 staff.
  • Each classroom has aTEA Certified Special Educationteacherwith two support staff
  • All classes participate in academic instruction, behavior training, community-based instruction, recreation, as well as a full calendar of holiday celebrations and events.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Avondale House offer?
Avondale House offers 5 interscholastic sports: Bowling, Dance, Equestrian, Gymnastics and Track and Field.
When is the application deadline for Avondale House?
The application deadline for Avondale House is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Avondale House located?
Avondale House is located in the Willow Meadows And Willowbend Area neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 5 other private schools located in Willow Meadows And Willowbend Area.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 71 students
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Houston, TX is $19,005 for elementary schools and $21,945 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Houston, TX is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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