Joseph Academy is a school serving the needs of young people with severe behavioral, emotional, and learning disabilities.
Our program strives to give hope to our students to become successful in their learning environment.
Joseph Academy provides an environment that is both nurturing and challenging.
We seek to build students' self-esteem and productivity through a therapeutic program in which staff members constantly express respect and affection for them.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IL School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Joseph Academy-melrose Park ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
AP Courses
School History
School Resources
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
Student Body
Total Students
77 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
88%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 11:1
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Endowment Size
$50 million
School Notes
- School Motto: Truth and Honor
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Joseph Academy-melrose Park cost?
Joseph Academy-melrose Park's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What is Joseph Academy-melrose Park's ranking?
Joseph Academy-melrose Park ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Most AP courses offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Joseph Academy-melrose Park?
The application deadline for Joseph Academy-melrose Park is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest preschool is Alpha And Omega Learning Center (0.3 miles away)
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Cradle To The Classroom Child Care
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Melrose Park, IL 60160
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(Christian)
425 Bohland Ave
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Walther Christian Academy ![Walther Christian Academy Photo - Science class in the Science & Technology Wing]( "Walther Christian Academy Photo - Science class in the Science & Technology Wing")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
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(708) 344-0404
Melrose Park, IL 60160
(708) 344-0404
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Gr: 6-12 | 242 students Avg. class size: 80 students Sports: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Hillside Academy
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4100 Warren Ave
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(708) 449-1310
Hillside, IL 60162
(708) 449-1310
1.8 miles
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Trinity High School
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7574 Division St
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(847) 593-4120
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(847) 593-4120
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Grace Montessori School
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1112 N 9th Ave
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(708) 344-7257
Melrose Park, IL 60160
(708) 344-7257
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 50 students
Walther Christian Academy ![Walther Christian Academy Photo - Science class in the Science & Technology Wing]( "Walther Christian Academy Photo - Science class in the Science & Technology Wing")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
900 Chicago Avenue
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(708) 344-0404
Melrose Park, IL 60160
(708) 344-0404
0.8 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 242 students Avg. class size: 80 students Sports: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Christian)
425 Bohland Ave
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(708) 547-9980
Bellwood, IL 60104
(708) 547-9980
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Gr: PK-8 | 140 students
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Special Program Emphasis
500 S 4th Ave
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(708) 343-8466
Maywood, IL 60153
(708) 343-8466
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Hillside Academy
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4100 Warren Ave
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(708) 449-1310
Hillside, IL 60162
(708) 449-1310
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Gr: 1-12 | 97 students
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Miles
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Alpha And Omega Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
2217 Division St
Melrose Park, IL 60160
(708) 344-6633
Melrose Park, IL 60160
(708) 344-6633
0.3 miles
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Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
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(708) 450-9601
Maywood, IL 60153
(708) 450-9601
0.5 miles
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Montessori School
1112 N 9th Ave
Melrose Park, IL 60160
(708) 344-7257
Melrose Park, IL 60160
(708) 344-7257
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 50 students
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(Christian)
425 Bohland Ave
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(708) 547-9980
Bellwood, IL 60104
(708) 547-9980
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Gr: PK-8 | 140 students
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Daycare / Preschool
701 W. North Ave
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(708) 450-5746
Melrose Park, IL 60160
(708) 450-5746
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Gr: PK-K | 77 students
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(Math: 25% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1305 Long Grove Dr
Aurora, IL 60504
(630) 375-3100
Aurora, IL 60504
(630) 375-3100
9189.4 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 861 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Mccarty Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Village Green Dr
Aurora, IL 60504
(630) 375-3400
Aurora, IL 60504
(630) 375-3400
9189.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 478 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Gail Mckinzie High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
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Naperville, IL 60564
(630) 375-3375
Naperville, IL 60564
(630) 375-3375
9189.7 miles
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(Math: 15% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
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Aurora, IL 60504
(630) 375-3456
Aurora, IL 60504
(630) 375-3456
9189.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 420 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
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(Math: 66% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
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(331) 228-2700
West Chicago, IL 60185
(331) 228-2700
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