Founded in 1975 and accredited by The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, The Achievement Center is a private day school offering a highly structured program for students with learning disabilities and attention deficit disorder.
Classes have a 5:1 student/teacher ratio. The Achievement Center offers a full time day school program for students in kindergarten through ninth grade as well as a summer program and tutoring program.
The Achievement Center is dedicated to teaching children with specific learning disabilities.
The school creates an environment where children develop necessary skills to achieve success.
To provide individualized instruction to children with learning disabilities and attention deficit disorder in a loving and nurturing environment.
The Achievement Center is a day school offering a highly structured program for students with learning disabilities and attention deficit disorder.
The purpose of The Achievement Center is to provide each student with individual learning experiences aimed at promoting his/her growth and development.
Staff members firmly believe that each student must be offered a variety of experiences based upon his/her need and capability.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
64 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Blue Ridge Autism & Achievement Center?
The application deadline for Blue Ridge Autism & Achievement Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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