High Road Academy

High Road Academy specializes in individualized, remedial programs for students primarily with learning disabilities.
Staff is trained in a variety of methodologies designed for students with severe reading disabilities such as Orton-Gillingham, Lindamood Phoneme Sequencing Program, Phono-Graphix, Language! and others.
In addition to specialized strategies, High Road Academy also remains committed to the integration of computer technology in all aspects of the program.
As a result, High Road Academy maintains a large repertoire of software programs dedicated to all aspects of the remedial program.
As a result of the high degree of improvement in auditory processing skills among certain students who have utilized the FastForWord programs, High Road Academy has made a significant investment in the FastForWord/Gateway family of products.
Staff at High Road Academy are committed to educating the wider community in issues related to learning disabilities.
The staff actively present seminars and trainings at annual conferences, parent meetings, and for other organizations.
The trainings are related to the following topics: Study Skills and Organizational Strategies, Reading Methodologies, Counseling Students with Learning Disabilities, and Strategies for Written Expression.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 67 students
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025

Student Body

Total Students
67 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
70%
State avg.: 37%
Students by Grade
High Road Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
12 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: 'Empowering Student Success'
  • High Road Academy specializes in individualized, remedial programs for students primarily with learning disabilities. Staff is trained in a variety of methodologies designed for students with severe reading disabilities such as Orton-Gillingham, Lindamood Phoneme Sequencing Program, Phono-Graphix, Language! and others. In addition to specialized strategies, High Road Academy also remains committed to the integration of computer technology in all aspects of the program. As a result, High Road Academy maintains a large repertoire of software programs dedicated to all aspects of the remedial program. As a result of the high degree of improvement in auditory processing skills among certain students who have utilized the FastForWord programs, High Road Academy has made a significant investment in the FastForWord/Gateway family of products. Staff at High Road Academy are committed to educating the wider community in issues related to learning disabilities. The staff actively present seminars and trainings at annual conferences, parent meetings, and for other organizations. The trainings are related to the following topics: Study Skills and Organizational Strategies, Reading Methodologies, Counseling Students with Learning Disabilities, and Strategies for Written Expression.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The application deadline for High Road Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 67 students
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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