Mt. Helix Academy is a TK-8 private school in La Mesa, CA, specializing in support for Autism, ADHD, and specific learning disabilities.
Mt. Helix Academy is a private, nonsectarian preparatory school in La Mesa, CA, serving students from TK through 8th grade. The academy is specifically equipped to support diverse learners, offering specialized programs for students with Autism, Specific Learning Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, and Other Health Impairments. The school provides targeted support for ADD/ADHD and focuses on helping students develop essential learner skills, self-management, and organizational abilities.
The school provides a nurturing, bully-free environment characterized by small class sizes and a low student-teacher ratio. Using research-based teaching methods and mastery learning, the faculty—nearly half of whom hold advanced degrees—focuses on academic excellence and character development. Beyond core academics, students participate in weekly instruction in art, music, Spanish, and theater, as well as engaging extracurriculars like Chess and Lego clubs.
Mt. Helix Academy is WASC-accredited and part of The Institute for Effective Education network. Admissions are handled on a rolling basis, and the school offers financial aid to approximately 31% of its students. While the school maintains a formal dress code, it fosters a vibrant, family-like community dedicated to preparing every student for lifelong success.
At a Glance
GradesPrekindergarten-8
Students153
Tuition$16,875
Fin. Aid31% receive aid
Est.1994
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Independent Private Schools Association
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1994 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $16,875 |
| Tuition Notes | Cost fluctuates based on grade and number of Aim High classes |
| Total Students | 153 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 24 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 46 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-8 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Alison Young, TK -4th |
| Admissions Associate | Sarah Robertson, 5-8 |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 31 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 37 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
AutismSpecific Learning DisabilityIntellectually DisabledOther Health ImpairmentStudents requiring additional support to develop social skillslearner skillsself-managementand organizational skills
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Chess Club · Lego Club · Arts and Music Programs: · Art · Music · Musical Theater · Spanish |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | National Independent Private Schools Association · Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/embed?src=tiee.org_g8vvbt7vhkjedkdn55tjt11u1k@group.calendar.google.com&ctz=America/Los_Angelesa |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer Program Cost | $750 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
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