Joseph Academy-melrose Park
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 Stats (2022-23)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 34 students
- 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
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
34 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
90%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
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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