The Odyssey School

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The Odyssey School serves children ages five through grade 8 with dyslexia and other language learning differences.
Specialized instruction focuses on skills, talents, and confidence building with the goal of future success in independent and public high schools.
Odyssey provides a program delivered within a foundation of the four Pillars of Kindness, Honesty, Respect and Hard Work.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 159 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $32,700
  • Average class size: 9 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 17 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia/Language learning differences
Year Founded
1994
Summer School Offered
Yes
Campus Size
42

Student Body

Total Students
159 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 37%
Students by Grade
The Odyssey School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
48%
Average Class Size
9 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Lower School: khaki pants, jumpers, skorts and shorts. Middle School: khaki pants, skirts, boys wear ties. School dress colors: navy, hunter, green and white

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 17 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
No additional cost for school supplies
% on Financial Aid
28%
Admissions Director
Adrianne Cusick
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Library Club, Literary magazine, Rocketry, Student Government Association

School Notes

  • The Odyssey School serves the needs of children ages 5 through grade 8 with dyslexia and other language learning differences. Odyssey provides personalized multisensory instruction in a challenging academic program and empowers students to become life-long learners.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Odyssey School cost?
The Odyssey School's tuition is approximately $32,700 for private students.
What sports does The Odyssey School offer?
The Odyssey School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Lacrosse, Soccer, Squash and Track and Field.
When is the application deadline for The Odyssey School?
The application deadline for The Odyssey School is Jan. 17 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 17 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 159 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $32,700
  • Average class size: 9 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 17 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Baltimore County, MD is $14,732 for elementary schools and $21,444 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Baltimore County, MD is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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