Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Yearly Tuition: $7,500
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Capstone: An Acton Academy
About the School
- Capstone is a learner-driven private school that blends hands-on learning, self-paced discovery, the Socratic Method, and 21st century technology.
- Learning is grounded in a mastery-based approach.
- There are no teachers, only guides, who walk alongside the students on their journey to mastery.Young learners at Capstone focus on learning to learn, learning to do, and learning to be.
- Creativity and self-directed discovery are key aspects in all subjects.
- Students focus on core skills, entrepreneurship, experiential learning and the arts.
- Content is centered around critical thinking through Socratic discussion.
- This self-directed, freedom-within-boundaries educational model promotes independence, fosters curiosity over competition and focuses on overcoming trials and failure.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Yearly Tuition: $7,500
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Motto
Education Reimagined.
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
School Notes
- At Capstone learners and their parents embark on a journey to take the chief hand in their own education, develop a love of lifelong learning, and discover their own unique calling which will change the world. Capstone is an affiliate of Acton Academy, a private K-12 school, based in Austin, Texas founded by Jeff and Laura Sandefer (@LauraSandefer). Acton Academy has 270+ affiliate schools worldwide and has been endorsed by Gary Vee, entrepreneur and author; Sal Khan, Founder of Khan Academy; Seth Godin, Author; and Sugata Mitra, Founder of School in the Clouds.
- Capstone education is constructed to foster three educational values: learning to learn, learning to do, and learning to be.
- We believe marking out these values in a child’s life on a daily basis will culminate a sense of confident independence which will serve them well in all areas of their lives. Our environment is an accelerator for the independent learner who can tackle challenging questions, follow instructions, and solve problems independently. Young people who are curious, self-motivated, and respectful thrive in our school.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Capstone: An Acton Academy cost?
Capstone: An Acton Academy's tuition is approximately $7,500 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Capstone: An Acton Academy?
The application deadline for Capstone: An Acton Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Capstone: An Acton Academy is Springfield Catholic High School (1.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Grace Classical Academy (2.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Kingswood Programs (2.6 miles away)
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Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 380 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Catholic
2340 S Eastgate Ave
Springfield, MO 65809
(417) 887-8817
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: PK-K | 99 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
2401 S Lone Pine Ave
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 881-6363
Distance: 2.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 232 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Christian
2438 E Cherry
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 877-7910
Distance: 2.9 mi
Gr: K-9 | 16 students
Extracurriculars: 2
Seventh Day Adventist
704 S Belview Ave
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 862-0833
Distance: 4.1 mi
Gr: NS-3 | 87 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 2
Montessori School
1515 S. National Ave.
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 631-4590
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 380 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Catholic
2340 S Eastgate Ave
Springfield, MO 65809
(417) 887-8817
Distance: 2.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 232 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Christian
2438 E Cherry
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 877-7910
Distance: 2.9 mi
Gr: K-9 | 16 students
Extracurriculars: 2
Seventh Day Adventist
704 S Belview Ave
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 862-0833
Distance: 4.4 mi
Gr: K-12 | 399 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 9
Missouri State University, 901 S. National
Springfield, MO 65897
(417) 836-5124
Distance: 5.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 205 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 23
Alternative School
202 E. Walnut Lawn St.
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 869-8077
Distance: 2.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 232 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Christian
2438 E Cherry
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 877-7910
Distance: 2.9 mi
Gr: K-9 | 16 students
Extracurriculars: 2
Seventh Day Adventist
704 S Belview Ave
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 862-0833
Distance: 4.1 mi
Gr: NS-3 | 87 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 2
Montessori School
1515 S. National Ave.
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 631-4590
Distance: 4.4 mi
Gr: K-12 | 399 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 9
Missouri State University, 901 S. National
Springfield, MO 65897
(417) 836-5124
Distance: 4.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 521 students
Catholic
3555a S Fremont Ave
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 881-7000
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: PK-K | 99 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
2401 S Lone Pine Ave
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 881-6363
Distance: 2.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 232 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Christian
2438 E Cherry
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 877-7910
Distance: 4.1 mi
Gr: NS-3 | 87 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 2
Montessori School
1515 S. National Ave.
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 631-4590
Distance: 4.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 521 students
Catholic
3555a S Fremont Ave
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 881-7000
Distance: 5.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 240 students
Catholic
531 S Jefferson Ave
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 866-5038
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Glendale High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2727 S Ingram Mill
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 523-8900
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 523-8900
1.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,357 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Wilder Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2526 S Hillsboro
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 523-5300
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 523-5300
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 326 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Pittman Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2934 E Bennett
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 523-4700
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 523-4700
1.9 miles
Gr: K-5 | 235 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Pershing Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2120 Ventura
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 523-2400
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 523-2400
2.3 miles
Gr: K-5 | 142 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Pershing Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2120 Ventura
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 523-2400
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 523-2400
2.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 702 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
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