Marklund Wasmond Center

1435 Summit St Elgin, IL 60120
www.marklund.org

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 4-12
  • Enrollment: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • Marklund Wasmond Center in Elgin, IL is a co–ed, nonsectarian special education school serving grades 4 through 12 in a midsize city community.
  • The school enrolls 12 students with a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 supported by 2 full–time teachers.
  • Approximately 25% of the student body identifies as students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school population.
  • As a special education program, it operates within the Elgin area among other private schools offering varied grade spans and enrollment sizes.
  • The average private school tuition for elementary levels in Elgin is $7,471, providing a local context for families considering private education options.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 4-12
  • Enrollment: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
12 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

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The application deadline for Marklund Wasmond Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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