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Morningside Academy

Grades and ages

Grades K-12

Enrollment

90 students

Student-teacher ratio

9:1

Tuition

$25,900 and includes all books and supplies (2026-2027 school year)

About Morningside Academy

Morningside Academy is a scientifically driven "catch-up" school in Seattle, Washington, founded in 1980 by Dr. Kent Johnson. The school serves elementary and middle school students who have not previously reached their potential, many of whom have learning disabilities such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, or dyscalculia, or diagnoses of ADD or ADHD. All students have average to well above average intelligence. Morningside is not designed for children with significant emotional or behavioral problems or developmental delays. The school's mission is to provide learners with the opportunity to "catch up, build up, and get ahead," enabling them to reach their greatest potential through research-based teaching methods and personalized curriculum placement.

The instructional model is the Morningside Model of Generative Instruction, which utilizes mastery and fluency methodologies, Precision Teaching, and an applied science approach to instruction. Students are divided into two main programs: the Foundations Program and the Middle School Program. Foundations focuses on primary skills in reading, writing, math, thinking, reasoning, and problem-solving. The Middle School Program continues these skills while adding content courses such as world history, civics, and general science, alongside learning study skills and organizational strategies. Students typically stay for 2-3 years before transitioning back to public or private schools without the need for extra educational support.

Morningside Academy is committed to an inclusive and equitable environment and acknowledges its location on the traditional land of the Duwamish People. The school maintains a unique "guaranteed growth" model, promising that students will gain at least two grade levels in their skill of greatest deficit in one school year, or tuition is refunded. Staffing includes highly trained faculty who use data-driven progress monitoring, including daily support cards and frequent standardized testing, to ensure each student is appropriately challenged and supported.

Student fit

Who this school serves

Grades and ages

  • Private
  • Elementary (K-5)
  • Middle School (6-8)
  • High School (9-12)

Learning needs supported

  • ADD/ADHD
  • Dysgraphia
  • Dyslexia

Specialties

  • dyslexia
  • dysgraphia
  • dyscalculia
  • learning disabilities

Learning and support

Curriculum and therapeutic services

Services and supports

  • Transactional Analysis psychology class
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Instructional Leader Coach support

Programs

Programs at Morningside Academy

Other programs and supports

  • Transactional Analysis psychology class
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Instructional Leader Coach support

School facts

Practical details for families

Accreditation and licensing

  • State-approved Nonpublic Agency (NPA) through OSPI
  • National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) member

Tuition and funding

Tuition: $25,900 and includes all books and supplies (2026-2027 school year)

  • District/IEP contract placement
  • Financial Aid (SSS/TADS)
  • Sibling Discount (10%)

Transportation

  • No transportation provided; carpooling and public transit are used.

Enrollment

90 students

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Physical address

1605 17th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122

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