The Devereux Mapleton Day School and Residential School provide quality special eductation programs within a structured environment.
Focusing on individuals' strengths, the Day School provides students with an academic program that prepares them for return to local educational communities.
Support services enhance the educational, behavioral, emotional, and social development of children and adolescents in a safe and nurturing environment.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked PA School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Yearly Tuition: $44,782
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Devereux Mapleton Day and Residential School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Emotional Disturbances, Learning Disabilities, Austism Spectrum Disorders, Dyslexia, ADHD, among others
Year Founded
1912
Student Body
Total Students
52 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
56%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$44,782
Tuition Notes
The $44,782 tuition cost is for a 10-month school program. ESY is separate.
Admissions Director
Janet Byrnes
Admissions Associate
Carol Konecny
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
School Notes
- The DevereuxMapletonSchools providequality special eductation programs within a structured environment and small classroom settings. Focusing on individuals' strengths, theMapleton Schools provide students withacademic programs that prepare them for return to local educational communities. Support services enhance the educational, behavioral, emotional, and social development of children and adolescents in a safe and nurturing environment.
- Devereux Advanced Bheavioral health offers five Approved Private Schools (APS) in Chester County, Mapleton Day School and Mapleton Residential School being two of the five schools.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Devereux Mapleton Day and Residential School cost?
Devereux Mapleton Day and Residential School's tuition is approximately $44,782 for private students.
What sports does Devereux Mapleton Day and Residential School offer?
Devereux Mapleton Day and Residential School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Intramural Sports Only.
What is Devereux Mapleton Day and Residential School's ranking?
Devereux Mapleton Day and Residential School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Devereux Mapleton Day and Residential School?
The application deadline for Devereux Mapleton Day and Residential School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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