ROA offers a tailored education for students with a wide variety of needs, including students with learning differences and international students who need ESL instruction.
The common need is a small student-teacher ratio, individualized attention and appropriately modified curriculum.
Our learning environment is intentionally suppportive of students' individual needs.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Yes, All Learning Differences are supported
Year Founded
1988
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
37 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
62%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Depends on the needs of the student but ranges from $15k-20k per year
Admissions Director
Lisa Green
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for River Oaks Academy?
The application deadline for River Oaks Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is River Oaks Academy located?
River Oaks Academy is located in the Westside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 25 other private schools located in Westside.
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