Joseph Academy (Closed 2025)

About the School

  • Joseph Academy in Des Plaines, IL, serves 28 students in grades 8 through 12 within a nonsectarian, city–based special education program.
  • The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 with 4 teachers supporting its enrolled students.
  • Approximately 83% of the student body at this Des Plaines special education school identifies as students of color.
  • Joseph Academy is a member of the National Association of Private Special Education Centers, reflecting its program focus.
  • This city–located school provides specialized education within a small student community, offering secondary grades in a co–educational setting.

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
28 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
83%
State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Joseph Academy?
The application deadline for Joseph Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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