To provide each child the educational opportunity to discover, with perseverance and imagination, the joy of learning and the interconnectedness of our world.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked OH School
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,500
- Acceptance rate: 70%
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Discovery School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Intervention Services for Learning Disabilities and Speech
Year Founded
1975
Campus Size
40 acres
Student Body
Total Students
141 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Fourth Grade through Sixth Grade - $9200
Kindergarten through Third Grade - $8500
Pre-K Full Day - $6550
PreK 1/2 Day - $4450
5-day Preschool - $4450
3-day Preschool - $3300
2-day Preschool - $2300
% on Financial Aid
45%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$6,166
Acceptance Rate
70%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Simon Clark
Admissions Associate
Susanne Carmack
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Academic ChallengeDrama Club
Roots and ShootsSoccer
Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClubBand
School Notes
- School Motto: Learning Starts Here. Be Inspired.
- We have a very detailed web site filled with lots of information about our school. Visit our web site to learn more about our school. www.discovery-school.net
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Discovery School cost?
Discovery School's tuition is approximately $8,500 for private students.
What schools are Discovery School often compared to?
Discovery School is often viewed alongside schools like -- Mansfield Christian School- by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Discovery School?
The acceptance rate of Discovery School is 70%, which is lower than the national average of 85%. Discovery School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Ohio with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Discovery School offer?
Discovery School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Soccer.
What is Discovery School's ranking?
Discovery School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for Discovery School?
The application deadline for Discovery School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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