Ad Astra School
Website: https://www.adastraschool.orgLocation: Bastrop, TX School Type: Private Grades Served: Ages 3-9 (PreK - Lower Elementary)
School Profile
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition | Subsidized 2024-25; future ~$20,000 |
| Enrollment | ~20-48 capacity (actual small) |
| Endowment / Total Funding | $100M+ from Musk foundations via X Foundation |
| Notable Donors / Investors | Elon Musk, Jared Birchall |
Why They Stand Out for Tech Innovation
Elon Musk-funded innovative K-12 with heavy STEM/AI/robotics emphasis in project-based, Montessori-inspired environment to train future problem-solvers near his tech companies
Technology and Innovation Programs
Hands-on project-based STEM learning, experiential science/math
Maker Spaces and Innovation Labs
Not specified; 40-acre campus with playground
AI, Robotics, and Computer Science
AI and robotics central; coding in related programs
Key Partnerships
Proximity to SpaceX, Boring Company, X (Twitter)
Leadership and Contacts
| Role | Name / Contact |
|---|---|
| Head of School / CEO | Jared Birchall (CEO), Greg Marick (lead) |
| Technology / Innovation Director | Not identified |
| Admissions Email | Not publicly available |
| Main Phone | 737-235-6956 |
Sources
Ad Astra, Admissions, Observer, Texas Tribune, ProPublica, NAIS, Quartz, Candid