Ann Arbor, MI · 1–11
Last verified August 20, 2026
5425 Scio Church Rd, 48103 · (734) 665-5662
Enrollment
332
Student:teacher
7:1
Published tuition
$21,778–$30,745
Application fee
$60
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Tuition by division
| Division | Grades | Annual tuition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Young Fives | $21,778 | — |
| Elementary2026-2027 | Kindergarten | $24,255 | — |
| Elementary2026-2027 | Grades 1-5 | $28,445 | — |
| Middle school2026-2027 | Grades 6-8 | $30,745 | — |
Head of school
David H. Feldman
HEAD OF SCHOOL
David H. Feldman started at Emerson in 2023. He holds a BS from the University of Wisconsin and a JD from John Marshall Law School (University of Illinois-Chicago).
Curriculum & special classes
Emerson School provides a dynamic and nurturing learning environment with small class sizes and individualized attention across a broad, rich, student-centered curriculum. The school is structured into three divisions: The Foundation (Young Fives-3rd grade), The Bridge (grades 4-6), and The Capstone (grades 7-8), each designed for unique developmental stages.
Financial aid
Emerson offers a flexible tuition program, where the cost of attendance is relative to a family’s unique financial situation. Families apply through the Clarity Financial Aid application, and about 20% of families receive adjusted tuition, with nearly $1 million allocated annually.
Application fee: $60
Before & after school care
Before school
Morning care is available on a drop-in basis for currently enrolled students.
After school
Aftercare is available on a drop-in basis for currently enrolled students. The After School Program offers opportunities to socialize, learn new skills, and includes exciting and diverse enrichment classes (e.g., chess, art, robotics, writing) and private music lessons (e.g., guitar, violin, piano).
Cost
Not listed
Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.
Admissions
Emerson School has a thoughtful admissions process designed to ensure a good fit for each child, aiming to ignite curiosity, foster creativity, and inspire a lifelong love of learning. The process includes learning about the school, submitting an application, and a campus visit for applicants.
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Rolling admissions
Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
$60
What they ask for: Application ($60 non-refundable fee, can be waived for financial hardship), teacher referral (optional but encouraged), academic records/grade reports for 1st-8th grade (or progress reports for Young Fives/Kindergarten), copies of IEP/504 plan/pertinent learning materials (if applicable), campus visit (two days for 1st-8th grade, specific visit days for Young Fives/Kindergarten).
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