Discovery School (Closed 2010)

Students in preschool through sixth grade learn a rich variety of academic skills with an experienced, state-certified teaching staff.
Within small cluster groups, students are introduced to skills of deductive reasoning, brainstorming, time management, critical thinking, and problem solving.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-6
Year Founded
1984
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
105 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Discovery School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
20%
Average Class Size
15 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition for Preschool ranges from $1705 to $4239 depending on the number of days. Full day Pre-K through 6th grade tuition is $10000
% on Financial Aid
54%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,000
Acceptance Rate
70%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Karen Montague

School Notes

  • *Active, hands-on learning *Conceptual learning that leads to understanding along with acquisition of basic skills *Meaningful, relevant learning experiences *Interactive teaching and cooperative learning *A broad range of relevant content, integrated across traditional subject matter divisions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Discovery School cost?
Discovery School's tuition is approximately $10,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Discovery School?
The acceptance rate of Discovery School is 70%, which is lower than the national average of 82%.
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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