New Horizon Center

New Horizon Center's mission is to provide education and training for children and adults with severe disabilities and autism.
New Horizon Center's goal is to bring dignity and respect into the lives of our children and adults with disabilities by bringing them a better today and a promising tomorrow.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 64 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
64 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
77%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
New Horizon Center Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for New Horizon Center?
The application deadline for New Horizon Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is New Horizon Center located?
New Horizon Center is located in the Dunning neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other private schools located in Dunning.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 64 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $14,157 for elementary schools and $19,118 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Chicago, IL is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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