Elk Hill Charlottesville School, located in Charlottesville, VA, serves 28 students in grades 4 through 12 within a nonsectarian, city–based special education program.
Founded in 1970, the school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 4:1 with a total of 7 teachers supporting small class sizes.
The student body is 59% students of color, reflecting a degree of racial diversity in a specialized educational setting.
offers co–educational services tailored to students in a city neighborhood known as The Meadows.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
28 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
59%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Elk Hill Charlottesville School?
The application deadline for Elk Hill Charlottesville School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Elk Hill Charlottesville School located?
Elk Hill Charlottesville School is located in the The Meadows neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA.
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