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Serving grades K-8 with 120 students. Private-school fit depends on admissions timing, educational model, commute, and neighborhood strategy.
Acton Academy Austin is a elementary school located in Austin, TX 78746, serving students in grades K-8 as part of Austin Private Schools. As of the 2025-2026 school year, Acton Academy Austin is shown with Niche A (Innovative microschool model), with private-school fit shaped by admissions timing, educational model, commute, and neighborhood strategy.
The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10:1, allowing for personalized attention and individualized learning opportunities. Currently, 120 students are enrolled in the kindergarten through 5th grade program.
Acton Academy was founded in 2009 in Austin by Jeff and Laura Sandefer and has grown into a global network of over 300 schools. The original Austin campus pioneered the learner-driven model where students set their own goals, manage their own learning, and build real-world skills through hands-on projects. Multiple Austin-area campuses now operate independently.
No attendance zone. Multiple Austin-area campuses including Westlake, NW Austin, and South Austin.
Popular with tech and entrepreneurial families who want an alternative to traditional schooling. The self-directed model is not for every child, but families who align with the philosophy are enthusiastic advocates. Small class sizes and mixed-age groupings define the experience.
Multiple campuses serve different Austin areas. The Westlake campus draws from 78746 and Barton Creek ($1M-$5M+). The NW Austin campus serves 78731 and 78759 ($500K-$1.5M). Monthly tuition is approximately $1,200.
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