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Merakey in Ellsworth, PA is a co–ed special education school serving undergraduate–level students in a small suburban community.

The school enrolls 26 students overall, including 5 K–12 students, supported by 3 teachers for a student–teacher ratio of 9:1.

Student diversity includes a color representation of 4.76%, reflecting the demographic composition of the local population.

Located near other suburb–based private schools, Merakey provides a specialized education option within the Ellsworth area.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: Inquire with school
Enrollment: 26 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Type

Special Education School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

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Student Body

Total Students

26 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 27%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

3 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Motto: An Open Heart Has Room For Everyone

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: Inquire with school
Enrollment: 26 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Pennsylvania is $13,031 for elementary schools and $19,202 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Pennsylvania is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).