Private K-12 school in Burtonsville, MD specializing in ADHD, Dyslexia, and learning disabilities with 5:1 class size
Echelon Academy is a private, nonsectarian school in Burtonsville, MD, founded in 2009 to serve grades K-12 in a small, untraditional setting. With only 21 students and 5 teachers, the school offers an intimate 5:1 class size designed to cater to individual learning styles. The mission emphasizes learning through the arts and integrating creative and critical thinking, creating a supportive environment where students can unlock their greatest potential.
The school explicitly supports students with learning differences, including Dyslexia, Language/Learning Disabilities, ADHD, and High Functioning Autism. Through specialized Learning Difference Programs and ADD/ADHD support, Echelon provides tailored instruction that addresses unique needs. The faculty, 75% of whom hold advanced degrees, works closely with families to ensure curriculum adjustments and accommodations align with each student's IEP goals.
Admissions are rolling with no deadline, and the school accepts 15% of applicants on financial aid. Tuition is $26,989 annually, with additional fees for international students ($5,400) and housing ($22,000). As a member of the Learning Disabilities Association of America and CHADD, Echelon offers a rigorous yet inclusive academic program for families seeking specialized care alongside advanced coursework in subjects like calculus, physics, and foreign languages.
| Year Founded | 2009 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $26,989 |
| Tuition Notes | International Student Fee: $5,400 Housing Fee: $22,000 |
| Total Students | 21 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 5 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 75 |
| Average Class Size | 5 |
| Grades Offered | Kindergarten-12 |
| Admissions Director | Kelly Mazzeo |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 75 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 15 |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 27 |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) · Children and Adults with Attention Deficit or Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | www.echelonacademy.org/calendar |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Offers Post Graduate Year | Yes |
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