Beacon Hill Preparatory Institute
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Beacon Hill supplements existing school systems and prepares students and families for success by providing reading and math tutoring, parent education, college preparation, and enrichment activities for students in Southern Dallas, Fort Worth, and surrounding communities.
- Income
- $3.9 million
- Spending
- $3.9 million
- Spent on programs
- 84%
- Reserves
- 5.6 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 60%
- Employees
- 87
- Volunteers
- 22
- Highest pay
- $137,835, president & ceo
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Good: 73 out of 100. Higher than 57% of charities in its peer group (education, $1m to $10m).
Reserves
20 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 5.6 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 14% of what it owns.
Living within its means
8 of 15Spending exceeded income by 2% of income.
Income trend
10 of 15Income fell 4% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1584% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 10 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 74% of charities in its peer group (education, $1m to $10m).
Independent board
25 of 2510 of 11 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
Independent check of accounts
15 of 15Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (3)
- $3.1 million spent. Beacon Hill provides in-school math and reading tutoring for low-income PreK-8th grade students in public and charter schools across the Dallas/Fort Worth area and surrounding communities. Using the Gideon Curriculum, students receive two hours of tutoring per week per subject for 30 weeks in small groups (1:3 or 1:4 teacher/student ratio) within dedicated Learning Labs. All tutoring is provided by certified, degreed professionals who are part of our paid staff, ensuring high-quality instruction and fidelity to the Beacon Hill model. The program focuses on early intervention, primarily supporting Tier 3 (widespread intervention needed) and some Tier 2 (Targeted intervention needed) students. In 2024-25, we served over 1,348 students, with 90% progressing toward grade-level proficiency. The program also includes enrichment activities, incentives, and a Bilingual Supplemental Support initiative to best support diverse learners. This structured approach leads to measurable academic growth, with 9 out of 10 students improving their grades, test scores, and classroom behavior. Financial literacy is integrated through partnerships with the banking community, where industry professionals teach students and staff essential financial concepts. Additionally, each Learning Lab includes a Beacon Hill Store, where students earn Beacon Hill Bucks for attendance, participation, and academic progress. These can be used to purchase prizes, toys, and incentives donated by Toys for Tots and community partners. Additionally, 425 parents participated in Parent Academy, providing guidance on supporting their child's education.
- $213,823 spent. Beacon Hill's after-school program extends learning beyond the school day for PreK-12th grade students, reinforcing key academic skills in math and reading using the Gideon Curriculum. Younger students (PreK-2nd grade) receive assisted learning (1:3 teacher-to-student ratio), while older students (3rd-12th grade) transition to a more independent (1:4 ratio) learning structure. Each Learning Lab is equipped with engaging Reading, Math, Writing, and Technology Centers, leveled libraries, and hands-on manipulatives to foster a dynamic and interactive learning environment. Students receive structured support to improve literacy, comprehension, and problem-solving skills. Beyond academics, the program includes technology, arts, social-emotional learning, and financial literacy enrichments to provide a holistic educational experience. Parent Academy workshops ensure families are equipped to support their child's success. Parent Academy workshops equip parents and caregivers with practical tools, guidance, and take-home parent packets that empower them to confidently support their child and actively navigate every stage of their educational journey. By combining academic rigor with engaging activities, the after-school program fosters confidence and achievement in students.
- $8,473 spent. Beacon Hill's Summer Bridge Enrichment Camps prevent summer learning loss by providing structured math and reading intervention, combined with engaging, hands-on enrichment activities. Besides academic instruction, campers participate in Math Mania challenges, mental math competitions, and interactive math enrichment activities that make learning numbers fun. Reading is reinforced through Book Talks, where students discuss stories, and Spelling Bees, which build vocabulary in an exciting way. Writing is enhanced through creative and structured writing enrichment, while art activities provide a creative outlet that keeps students engaged.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending June 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since July 2006.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated November 4, 2026.
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