Gateway Academy
Northwest Houston · near the 610 Loop and US-290
3721 Dacoma Street, Houston, TX 77092Map ↗Established 2006
About this information
$54,600
Tuition · 2026–27
6–12
Grades
80
Enrollment · 6–12 · 2025–26
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Student–teacher
Not published
At a glance
A co-ed school for grades 6–12 serving students with social and learning differences, such as autism, ADHD, anxiety, dyslexia, dyscalculia and dysgraphia, taught in groups of six to eight.
Social Communication
A daily class teaches social cues, perspective taking and conversation, supported by counselors and speech-language pathologists.
Employment Skills
Junior and senior internships lead to a part-time job every senior is expected to hold before graduating.
Four Diploma Paths
Individualized graduation plans lead to one of four diplomas, from honors-level college preparation to direct employment.
Transition Planning
Yearly family planning meetings from 10th grade, plus junior-year visits to colleges, independent-living and vocational programs.
Tuition & financial aid
2026–27 Tuition
$54,600
Estimated First-Year Required Cost
$58,600
Need-based aid
Families apply only after the student is accepted. About 15–20% of students receive aid each year.
Sources
Source last checked: Oct 30, 2026
Additional & conditional costs
Required and potential costs beyond published tuition
Mandatory freshman fees
Included in estimated first-year required cost
Enrollment fee
Every student, every year · Non-refundable; due with the signed contract and charged each year.
Supply fee
Every student, every year · Covers supplies, textbooks and e-books, technology, off-campus trips and more.
Application / pre-admission costs
Not included in estimated first-year cost
Application fee
Non-refundable.
Sources
Source last checked: Oct 30, 2026
Admissions
Admissions Timeline
Rolling admission — no fixed deadlines
What's required
Teacher recommendations
Parent tour and meeting with admissions (first step)
Recent psycho-educational evaluation (within three years)
Previous school records
Two-day shadow visit
Good to know
- How decisions are made
- Whether a current opening fits the student's needs. A good match is a student ready to take ownership of their learning.
- Decision timing
- Made after the two-day shadow visit. Most offers for the next school year go out in the spring.
Visits & Events
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Source last checked: Oct 30, 2026
Academics
Academic Model & Programs
Employment Skills Program — Juniors and seniors intern with local businesses and hospitals, and every senior is expected to find and hold a part-time job before graduating.
Four diploma paths — Individualized graduation plans lead to a Distinguished, Foundation, Modified Foundation or Vocational/Employment diploma, from honors-level college preparation to direct employment.
My Day Café — A culinary class in the on-site commercial kitchen where students rotate through restaurant roles, from project manager to dishwasher.
Personal Finance — Upperclassmen learn budgeting and the costs of independent living; stronger math students can add Advanced Finance.
Digital Citizenship — Every student takes this course on safe, responsible technology use before graduating.
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Student Support Team
Licensed counselors, behavior specialists and speech-language pathologists who work with teachers on self-regulation, communication and organization.
Social Communication
A daily class on social cues, perspective taking and conversation, with speeches, partner debates and peer feedback.
Academic Support
Executive-function support • Study skills • Organization & time management • One-to-one assistance during the day for students who need more structure • Small groups of six to eight, taught at each student’s own level and pace • Social-skills instruction
Sources
Source last checked: Oct 29, 2026
College Prep
College Counseling
Transition planning from 10th grade
Transition Workshop Days and a yearly family meeting with the transition team set each student's goals for life after high school.
College Planning
Junior-year program visits
Students and parents tour colleges, independent-living programs and vocational training programs together.
Sources
Source last checked: Oct 29, 2026
Community & service
Service
Community service projects
Students are encouraged to give their time to the wider community.
Sources
Source last checked: Oct 29, 2026
Athletics
3 sports offered
Varsity/interscholastic offerings
Basketball • Cheerleading • Track & Field
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Source last checked: Oct 29, 2026
Arts
Theater / Drama
A fall variety show and a spring play each year, with students as actors, crew and video editors.
Sources
Source last checked: Oct 29, 2026
School life
Campus & Setting
Main Campus
One 6–12 campus on Dacoma Street
Learning Spaces
Maker Space with a laser engraver and 3D printer
Students learn to use hand tools, measure and plan, and build and repair projects.
Sources
Source last checked: Oct 29, 2026
Daily Life
Lunch & Dining
Hot lunch available to order
Community Life
Multi-age Houses
Students and staff meet in their House every morning and earn points for respect, responsibility, healthy communication and kindness.
Community Time
Fit Club · daily
Team sports, running, weight lifting, balance and aerobics for every student; the school day starts with it.
Sources
Source last checked: Oct 30, 2026
Clubs & Activities
1 activity across 1 category
Student Government
- Student Council
Sources
Source last checked: Oct 29, 2026
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