The Becket Family of Services has been educating youth and adolescents since 1964.
Described by others as "comprehensive" and "holistic," the Becket approach encompasses services that address all aspects of our students' lives, not just their intellectual and emotional needs, but also their physical, spiritual and vocational needs, as well.
We seek to inspire our students to achieve, in their own unique and personal way, meaningful success.
We do not define success for our students; they must do this themselves - with our guidance, and the guidance of others whom they love and respect.
Mount Prospect Academy offers a staff secure intake and assessment residential treatment program and licensed special education academic facility for boys.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
110 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- The Becket Family of Services has been educating youth and adolescents since 1964. Described by others as "comprehensive" and "holistic," the Becket approach encompasses services that address all aspects of our students' lives, not just their intellectual and emotional needs, but also their physical, spiritual and vocational needs, as well. We seek to inspire our students to achieve, in their own unique and personal way, meaningful success. We do not define success for our students; they must do this themselves - with our guidance, and the guidance of others whom they love and respect. Mount Prospect Academy offers a staff secure intake and assessment residential treatment program and licensed special education academic facility for boys.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mount Prospect Academy often compared to?
Mount Prospect Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Oliverian School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Mount Prospect Academy?
The application deadline for Mount Prospect Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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