Little Red School House
and Elisabeth Irwin High School

A Pre-K-12 Progressive Education

Admissions

Tuition

LREI seeks to enroll strong, inquisitive learners with diverse talents and backgrounds. Our Financial Aid budget is one of the largest in the city and supports our mission to build an inclusive community which represents a diversity of cultures, experiences, and economic backgrounds.

Current tuition for fours through twelfth grades for the 2024-25 academic year is $58,315. Tuition is payable in three installments after the initial enrollment deposit: April 1, July 1, and November 1. A 10-month tuition payment plan is available through Smart Tuition. Tuition-refund insurance is recommended for all enrolled families.

LREI Tuition includes:

Mid-morning snacks and a delicious lunch
All required books
Core afterschool program for 4s and Kindergarten
Chromebook in Grades 6-8
Macbook in Grades 9-12
Field Trips
Overnight trips in Grades 3-11 (excluding eighth grade world language trips)
Participation in our performing arts and athletics programs, including all equipment and uniforms
College application expenses including travel and test prep (provided in accordance with financial aid)
Senior Prom
Senior Banquet and Graduation

LREI is committed to every student having access to the full experience, regardless of socioeconomic background. Tuition covers the cost of almost all school-related activities and trips taken throughout the year. In eighth grade, there there is an optional spring break trip related to a child's world language study and generous financial aid is available. We are committed to all interested students participating in these experiences.