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Discover The Summit Preparatory School

The First Fully Accredited Private Independent School in Springfield, Missouri

Small Class Sizes

With our intentionally small class sizes (capped at 18 students), our teachers are able to learn the individual strengths and opportunities of each student to encourage their growth and success.

Independent Curriculum

Our curriculum combines the best of state, national, and global education models to create ideal grade level offerings that challenge each student.

Progressive Approach

A “student-as-partner” learning philosophy at The Summit builds accountability and collaboration in finding students’ passions and in gaining a deeper understanding of themselves.

Our Mission

The mission of The Summit Preparatory School is to prepare learners for success by providing a progressive education with a challenging curriculum in a supportive environment. 

About The Summit

The world looks different from here.

At The Summit Preparatory School, we teach to a vision, not a test. As the only fully accredited independent school offering full-time seated instruction in Springfield, Ozark, Nixa, Rogersville, and the greater Southwest Missouri area, our private school setting offers a challenging curriculum in a supportive environment.

Our progressive approach to education is centered around the value of a student-led learning environment where the interests and abilities of the whole child are cultivated. Our teachers work across subjects to create well-rounded, integrated curricula and hands-on learning experiences that nurture curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking in every student.

Our students see things from a unique vantage.

Everything at The Summit is designed to help students experience the joy of learning in a way that challenges them to think critically and creatively. Together, our three pillars of small classes, independent curriculum, and progressive approach to learning create the foundation of student success. Explore the three pillars of education at The Summit below and learn more about the community your student will be a part of.

The Summit Quick Facts

Founded

2005

Head of School

Kathryn M. Heet, Ed.D 

Total Enrollment

173

Faculty

27

Dress Code

Polo tops with Summit logo & khaki or navy bottoms

Class Times

8:45 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

ACT Average

25

Graduation Rate

100%

Student Diversity

Racial Diversity

77% Caucasian

10% Asian

4% Two or More Races

4% Hispanic

2% Black/African American

2% Middle Eastern

1% Native American

Gender Diversity

54% Female

46% Male

Socio-Economic Diversity

21% of the student population receives reduced tuition.

Small Class Sizes

With our intentionally small class sizes (averaging 15 students per grade level with a maximum of 18 students), our teachers are able to learn the individual strengths and opportunities of each student to encourage their growth and success. Some benefits of The Summit’s small class sizes include:

Independent Curriculum

Our unique-to-the-area curriculum combines the best of state, national, and global education models to create ideal grade level offerings that challenge each student. Below are some of the most important points on our focus on independent curricula and learning:

Progressive Approach

A “student-as-partner” learning philosophy at The Summit builds accountability and collaboration in finding students’ passions and in gaining a deeper understanding of themselves. Some benefits and important pillars of progressive learning include:

Trending in Education Blog

The Summit aims to be at the forefront of educational trends and important updates. Our articles outline best practices and current educational thought in independent and progressive education. We invite parents, alumni, and friends to browse our posts to stay up-to-date on information about The Summit’s success as well as new things happening in education. 

Thank You to Our Supporters

Raven Partners

Thank you to our Springfield and Southwest Missouri community members for supporting independent education in the Ozarks.

The Johnson Family

Founders Club

The Summit is excited to introduce the Founders Club, donors giving $2,005 in commemoration of our founding year.

Palm & Paddle Grille

The Tang Family

Contact Us

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