The mission of Rawson Saunders School is to develop the full potential of learners with dyslexia through an extraordinary education.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked TX School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Yearly Tuition: $37,595
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Rawson Saunders ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia
Year Founded
1997
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
214 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
8 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$37,595
Tuition Notes
Visit rawsonsaunders.org/about/admissions to see additional tuition and fee information.
Summer Program Cost
$4,156
Summer Program Cost Notes
Jumpstart 1st Grade Half-Day Program cost is $2,500
% on Financial Aid
10%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$14,977
Admissions Director
Emily Austin
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Architecture ClubChess Club
CodingRobotics
Start-Up Kids Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClubMusic Lessons
Theatre
Recreational Athletic Programs:
BasketballCross Country
FootballSoccer
Volleyball
School Notes
- School Motto: Where dyslexic means extraordinary!
- School Mascot: Panther
- Founded in 1997, Rawson Saunders is an academically excellent, fully accredited and commended, full-curriculum, college-prep, non-profit, independent school for students with dyslexia. It is the only school in central Texas of its kind and one of a few in the country. Rawson Saunders is recognized nationally as a leader in innovative, multisensory teaching methods tailored specifically to the way students with dyslexia--and in fact all children--learn best.Through individualized, multisensory, research-driven instruction within small class sizes, we cultivate our students' strengths while effectively addressing their needs. Rawson Saunders provides a nurturing and academically challenging environment through which bright students with dyslexia can develop to their fullest potential.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Rawson Saunders cost?
Rawson Saunders's tuition is approximately $37,595 for private students and $4,156 for summer students.
Does Rawson Saunders offer a summer program?
Yes, Rawson Saunders offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Rawson Saunders offer?
Rawson Saunders offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Rawson Saunders's ranking?
Rawson Saunders ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Rawson Saunders?
The application deadline for Rawson Saunders is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Rawson Saunders located?
Rawson Saunders is located in the Tarrytown neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 2 other private schools located in Tarrytown.
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