Groves Academy is the leading school in the Midwest for students who have learning disabilities such as dyslexia, ADHD, executive function challenges, and other language-based learning disabilities. We are a beacon for students who want to learn but are challenged with a learning disability that affects their academic achievement. We ground everything we do in scientific research and decades of experience, from our curriculum to our class sizes.
GLO teachers, tutors, educational psychologists, and learning specialists have helped change the lives of thousands of students.
The curriculum at Groves Academy is presented using evidenced-based, multi-sensory methods that address students' individual needs. Students receive a balance of academic skills, particularly in reading, writing, math, and strategies for success in school along with a rich array of enrichment and extracurricular clubs and activities, including drama, music, soccer, and basketball.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked MN School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Yearly Tuition: $38,265
- Acceptance rate: 50%
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Groves Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
ADHD, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, LD in reading, writing, math
Year Founded
1972
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 4, 2026
Campus Size
10
Student Body
Total Students
277 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
67%
Average Class Size
8 students
Number of AP Courses
17 courses
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$38,265
Summer Program Cost
$2,600
Summer Program Cost Notes
2-8th grade morning program reading, writing, math is $2,600 for 4 weeks, Writing and Executive Function Program $2,600 for 4 wks.
% on Financial Aid
35%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$19,437
Acceptance Rate
50%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Erica Sutton
Admissions Associate
Aurie Dyer
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
DramaEnvironmental Club
Ski/Snowboard ClubYearbook Committee
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Groves Gryphon
- Groves Academy serves students in grades 1-12 with strong ability and a desire to learn along with dyslexia, ADHD, and/or other learning differences.
- Groves Learning Center supports families and students in the community with diagnostic assessments, tutoring, speech-language evaluation and therapy, and summer programs for children with learning differences.
- Groves Literacy Partnerships shares our evidence-based teaching methods with other schools and teachers in the community, to ensure all students receive literacy-based instruction based on the science of reading.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Katherine Laak - Earned a BA in English and a Masters of Library and Information Science. -
- Ella Beaudoin - Smithsonian paleolithic archaeologist with research interests in cultural adaptation and resistance to colonialism. -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Groves Academy cost?
Groves Academy's tuition is approximately $38,265 for private students and $2,600 for summer students.
What schools are Groves Academy often compared to?
Groves Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Groves Academy?
The acceptance rate of Groves Academy is 50%, which is lower than the national average of 86%. Groves Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Minnesota with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Groves Academy?
Groves Academy famous alumni include: Katherine Laak - Earned a BA in English and a Masters of Library and Information Science. and Ella Beaudoin - Smithsonian paleolithic archaeologist with research interests in cultural adaptation and resistance to colonialism..
Does Groves Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, Groves Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Groves Academy offer?
Groves Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Marksmanship, Snowboarding and Soccer.
What is Groves Academy's ranking?
Groves Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Groves Academy?
The application deadline for Groves Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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