Horizon Academy's mission is to empower students with a primary diagnosis of dyslexia, dysgraphia, and/or dyscalculia, to become effective learners and confident self-advocates. Some of our students may also have ADHD. We are unable to serve students who have a diagnosis that is of an emotional or behavioral nature.
Horizon Academy is the only private school in the Kansas City area that specializes in educating students with language-based learning disabilities. Horizon Academy's goal is to help students with the skills they need to be successful in academics, social skills, organizational skills and self-advocacy, so that they can successfully return to a traditional school.
The average length of attendance at Horizon Academy is three years, with students attending between 2 - 5 years.
The student body is coeducational and serves students from K through 9th grade.
Students have average to above average intelligence, but are still falling through the cracks in traditional schools.
Horizon Academy serves students from a 75-mile radius in the Kansas City area.
Students are funded privately by parents and/or through need-based scholarships provided by the school. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OEQNIlG3HGM
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked KS School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-9
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Yearly Tuition: $29,950
- Acceptance rate: 50%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Horizon Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-9
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, ADHD, Language-based differences, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Auditory Processing Disorder
Year Founded
1999
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
112 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 25%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
12 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Khaki pants/skirt/jeans and school logo shirt or sweatshirt
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$29,950
Tuition Notes
Tuition includes therapy services on-site (Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, and Counseling), as well as technology training, intensive reading (Orton-Gillingham), Multisensory Math, and Written Expression.
Summer Program Cost Notes
Summer program costs vary based on program selected.
% on Financial Aid
36%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$9,500
Acceptance Rate
50%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Laura Mombello
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Science/STEAM Clubs
Arts and Music Programs:
Private Music Instruction, Variety of Art Clubs
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Basketball or Running Clubs, Swimming Club (seasonal)
Science/STEAM Clubs
Arts and Music Programs:
Private Music Instruction, Variety of Art Clubs
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Basketball or Running Clubs, Swimming Club (seasonal)
School Notes
- Horizon Academy helps children with diagnosed language-based learning diabilities (dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia) who struggle within traditional academic settings by providing innovative instructional programs including evidence-based methodology along with strategic instruction and multisensory approaches that help students learn and compensate for their learning difficulties. Students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, and/or dyscalculia come to Horizon Academy because they are struggling in the following areas:
- Word decoding skills in reading, and encoding (spelling)
- Oral and written language comprehension and/or expression
- Math skills (calculation and problem solving)
- Physical education skills
- Executive Function / Organization skills
- Social skills
- Handwriting skills
- Speech/Lang. skills
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Meg: One Alumna’s Story - Contributed positively to the school community -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Horizon Academy cost?
Horizon Academy's tuition is approximately $29,950 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Horizon Academy?
The acceptance rate of Horizon Academy is 50%, which is lower than the national average of 79%. Horizon Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Kansas with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Horizon Academy?
Horizon Academy famous alumni include: Meg: One Alumna’s Story - Contributed positively to the school community.
Does Horizon Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, Horizon Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Horizon Academy offer?
Horizon Academy offers 1 interscholastic sports: Cross Country.
What is Horizon Academy's ranking?
Horizon Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Horizon Academy?
The application deadline for Horizon Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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