Atkinson Youth Services School (Closed 2015)

Our mission at Atkinson Youth Services School is to provide a safe supportive environment where students are empowered to become lifelong learners and responsible citizens.
Atkinson Youth Services School is a non-public school that provides specialized instruction to students with an Emotional Disturbance Disability and/or Specific Learning Disability.
The program also serves Mental Retardation, Autism, Other Health Impaired, and Speech and Language designations.
The program is designed to stimulate children to want to learn, to problem solve with others, and develop independent skills.
It is the goal that each student achieves his or her maximum potential educationally, emotionally, and socially.

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Emotionally Disturbed, Specific Learning Disabled, Mental Retardation, Autism, Other Health Impaired, and Speech and Language designations
Year Founded
1992
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
28 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
63%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Atkinson Youth Services School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Johann Rubia-Miller, Principal
Admissions Associate
Lindsay Martinson, V.Principal

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6 sports

School Notes

  • K through 12 grade levels with a population of 48 students
  • Four open classes with a 4:1 ratio, credentialed teacher in each class
  • State required curriculum in all subject matter
  • Adopted SRA, Reading Master, and Corrective Reading as our supplemental reading program
  • Psychiatrist consulting, assessing, and evaluations of medications
  • Consulting psychologist in behavior support
  • Psychologist providing educational testing and assessment
  • Speech and language services by a certified pathologist
  • Work experience earning credits and ROP participation with the San Juan District
  • Transition and Vocational planning and related coursework
  • Community based instruction
  • Independent instruction in GED course work
  • Social skill curriculum, enhanced clubs, and after school programs
  • Breakfast and lunch provided free for all students
  • Door to door transportation
  • Extended school year
  • State of the art computer lab
  • Tutoring services
  • Summer Elective Program including classes such as: swimming, gardening, dance, piano, driver's education, career education, music appreciation and more
  • Mentoring program
  • Extra-curricular activities
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Atkinson Youth Services School?
The acceptance rate of Atkinson Youth Services School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What sports does Atkinson Youth Services School offer?
Atkinson Youth Services School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Basketball, Football, Swimming, Tennis and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Atkinson Youth Services School?
The application deadline for Atkinson Youth Services School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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