The Gap School

The GAP School's mission is two-fold: it is for students with learning disabilities who need to retrain, refocus, and reconnect with their own learning potential so they can get back into public and charter schools, as well as, other private schools; and it offers support, foundation, and direction to our families.
The GAP School does not discriminate in any way on the basis of race, religion, or creed with respect to admissions, student privileges, facultyor scholarships.
The philosophies of The GAP School are embedded in Howard Gardner's multiple intelligence model and Dr. Mel Levine's neuro developmental construct model.
When the teaching team, students and families understand the student's strengths and challenges, the outcomes are more realistic.
Students start out with a multi-talented label instead of a learning disability label.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 1-12
  • Enrollment: 25 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $13,500
  • Acceptance rate: 85%
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Learning Differences supported
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 10, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. May 28, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
25 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
The Gap School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
3%
Average Class Size
8 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
khaki or navy blue bottoms and uniform shirt

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
We are a McKay Scholarship recipient school.
% on Financial Aid
20%
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Lori Stephens
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Gap School cost?
The Gap School's tuition is approximately $13,500 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Gap School?
The acceptance rate of The Gap School is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
When is the application deadline for The Gap School?
The application deadline for The Gap School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 1-12
  • Enrollment: 25 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $13,500
  • Acceptance rate: 85%
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Sarasota, FL is $15,602 for elementary schools and $18,160 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Sarasota, FL is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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