The Joy School (2026-27 Profile)

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School Type: Special Education School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 164 students
Yearly Tuition: $52,080
Average class size: 6 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Type

Special Education School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Joy School
Kind	6
1	12
2	16
3	24
4	16
5	24
6	26
7	14
8	26

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Anxiety, ADHD, Expressive/Receptive Language Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder (high-functioning)

Year Founded

1997

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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School Motto

'Where there is learning, there is joy.'

Student Body

Total Students

164 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

13%

State avg.: 42%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

36 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

40%

Average Class Size

6 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$52,080

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Tuition Notes

Financial Aid available

% on Financial Aid

20%

Admissions Director

Christine Pratt

Admissions Associate

Joann Black

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

The Joy School prepares students with learning differences to return to traditional classroom settings by enabling them to reach their academic and social potential in a safe, supportive environment.
The Joy School is focused on meeting the unique needs of students who, although intellectually capable, often have great difficulty finding success in a traditional school environment.
Common diagnosis include: Anxiety, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Auditory Processing Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder (high-functioning), Developmental Coordination Disorder (Dysgraphia), Dyscalculia, Dyslexia, Expressive Language Disorder, Receptive Language Disorder, and Social Pragmatic Communication Disorder
The Joy School provides a unique, nurturing environment in which teachers and administrators work as a team for the benefit of all students.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Joy School cost?

The Joy School's tuition is approximately $52,080 for private students.

Does The Joy School offer a summer program?

Yes, The Joy School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

When is the application deadline for The Joy School?

The application deadline for The Joy School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is The Joy School located?

The Joy School is located in the University Place neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 3 other private schools located in University Place.

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The average private school tuition in Houston, TX is $18,156 for elementary schools and $22,164 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Houston, TX is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).