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Giant Steps Of St. Louis

7281 Sarah St Saint Louis, MO 63143
Tel: (314) 932-1051
www.giantstepsstl.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-11
  • Enrollment: 25 students
  • Average class size: 3 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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About the School

  • Giant Steps is a therapeutic day school dedicated to educating children with autism spectrum disorders.
  • Our programs develop academic, social, and vocational skills to maximize each student's potential.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-11
  • Enrollment: 25 students
  • Average class size: 3 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Type
Special Education School
Religious Affiliation
Nonsectarian
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-11
Year Founded
1994
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
25 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
44%
State avg.: 21%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
Average Class Size
3 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Danielle Vescolani
Application URL
Online Application

School Notes

  • School Motto: Hope. Growth. Possibilities.
Source: Verified school update
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The average private school tuition in Saint Louis, MO is $17,419 for elementary schools and $21,551 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Saint Louis, MO is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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