Quick Facts (2026-27)
- 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)
Joseph Academy-melrose Park
About the School
- 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 (2026-27)
- 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)
School 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 Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Students By Grade
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%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 11:1
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Tuition & 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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