Dept Of Special Education vs. Academy Of Saint Louis
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School Overview
Overview
Dept Of Special Education serves 48 students in grades 1-12, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of Dept Of Special Education is 3:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
The Academy of St. Louis assists K-12th grade students with cognitive learning disabilities, specializing in students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and developmental delays. The Academy of St. Louis provides each student with a safe and nurturing environment, individualized and challenging curriculum, social integration skills and faith formation. The Academy of St. Louis aids each student in reaching their highest potential providing them with the confidence and knowledge to succeed in life.
Grades Offered
1-12
K-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
learning disabilities, attentional disorders, autism spectrum disorders, speech-language impairments, developmental disabilities/delays
Aspergers Syndrome (Autism Spectrum), ADHD, ADD, Developmental Delays, Speech/ Language Delays, and Other Cognitive Learning Disabilities
Year Founded
1950
2004
Students Body
Total Students
48 students
32 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
43%
9%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Kindergarten Students
4
2
Grade 1 Students
3
3
Grade 2 Students
4
1
Grade 3 Students
2
1
Grade 4 Students
4
1
Grade 5 Students
-
4
Grade 6 Students
16
6
Grade 7 Students
12
3
Grade 8 Students
-
3
Grade 9 Students
2
3
Grade 10 Students
-
2
Grade 11 Students
-
2
Grade 12 Students
1
1
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
6 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
40%
30%
Average Class Size
n/a
6
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:3
1:5
Classroom Dress Code
n/a
Casual
(School Uniform)
(School Uniform)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$7,600
$22,000
Tuition Notes
Early childhood program fees are comparable to other area day cares/preschools. Elementary programs are $7600, except our center for autism, which is $15,500. Tuition for high school programs set by the individual partner high school.
Tuition assistance is available for students whose families qualify financially.
% on Financial Aid
85%
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$3,500
n/a
Acceptance Rate
n/a
90%
Admissions Director
Sr. Luanne Boland
Terri O'Daniel
Admissions Associate
Colleen Martin
Colleen Cantareira
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
n/a
3
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
n/a
Running Club, Speech and Debate, Stop & Relax