Chartwell School
Chartwell is an independent day school on California's Central Coast dedicated to meeting the educational needs of students diagnosed with dyslexia and other related learning difficulties through its Lower, Middle and High School programs and services. The focus of these programs are to develop sound academic, athletic and social skills which enable students to experience success in their future endeavors.
Quick Stats (2022)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 2-12
- Students: 70 students
- Yearly Tuition: $34,900
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Chartwell School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia/Language-based
Year Founded
1983
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
70 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 48%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
8 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(Dress Code)
(Dress Code)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$34,900
Tuition Notes
Tuition Support Fund discount available to new students entering Chartwell in their first year.
% on Financial Aid
35%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$11,000
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Graydon Mitchell
Admissions Associate
Steve Henderso, Head K8 School
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Art, Ceramics, Music
Art, Ceramics, Music
School Notes
- Where the Science of Learning Meets the Art of Teaching
- Comprehensive, WASC accredited academic program
- Full year -- Summer -- After-school
- Research-based instruction for LD/Dyslexia
- Reading, writing, math, self-esteem, professional development, and consulting
- Hands-on learning experience
- Green campus
Source: Verified school update
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