The school`s primary objectives include: Utilizing evidenced-based strategies and materials to encourage academic and social progress
Increasing the child`s ability to engage in sustainable relationships with peers and adults so that he/she may remain a part of his family and community
Fostering the advancement of appropriate communication skills Fostering the child`s independence and ability to move toward life goals by developing life-skills
Exploring work-related positions and assisting the child with transition to adulthoodTeaching needed replacement skills so that the child`s behavior will be appropriate and socially acceptable in all settings
Full-day Extended School Year (ESY) program offered during the summer
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked PA School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Pressley Ridge School For Autism ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
Year Founded
1832
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
26 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Students must be referred by their home school district.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Pressley Ridge School For Autism often compared to?
Pressley Ridge School For Autism is often viewed alongside schools like Watson Institute by visitors of our site.
What is Pressley Ridge School For Autism's ranking?
Pressley Ridge School For Autism ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Pressley Ridge School For Autism?
The application deadline for Pressley Ridge School For Autism is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Pressley Ridge School For Autism located?
Pressley Ridge School For Autism is located in the Marshall Shadeland neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 2 other private schools located in Marshall Shadeland.
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Pressley Ridge School For Autism vs. Watson Institute
The nearest high school and elementary school to Pressley Ridge School For Autism is Pressley Ridge Day School - Pittsburgh (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Agh Center For Children (1.4 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Pressley Ridge Day School - Pittsburgh
Special Education School
530 Marshall Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
(412) 321-6995
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
(412) 321-6995
0.4 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 44 students
(412) 246-0412Pressley Ridge Career Development Center
Special Education School
1450 Ingham St
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 246-0412
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 246-0412
0.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 67 students Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate listed
Agh Center For Children
Daycare / Preschool
621 E North Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 231-0250
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 231-0250
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 25 students
Northside Catholic Assumption Academy
Montessori School
3854 Brighton Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(908) 730-8986
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(908) 730-8986
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 152 students Avg. class size: 145 students Tuition listed
Allegheny Campus Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool
808 Ridge Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 237-6512
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 237-6512
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 12 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Pressley Ridge Day School - Pittsburgh
Special Education School
530 Marshall Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
(412) 321-6995
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
(412) 321-6995
0.4 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 44 students
(412) 246-0412Pressley Ridge Career Development Center
Special Education School
1450 Ingham St
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 246-0412
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 246-0412
0.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 67 students Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate listed
Holy Family Specialized Learning
Special Education School
100 Enger Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
(412) 586-0160
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
(412) 586-0160
2 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 53 students Avg. class size: 12 students
Abundant Life International Academy
(Christian)
10 N Fremont Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
(412) 761-0333
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
(412) 761-0333
2.4 miles
Gr: 8-10 | 1 student
Pressley Ridge School For The Deaf Program
Special Education School
40 Vancouver St
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 458-1696
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 458-1696
3.2 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 14 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Pressley Ridge Day School - Pittsburgh
Special Education School
530 Marshall Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
(412) 321-6995
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
(412) 321-6995
0.4 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 44 students
(412) 246-0412Pressley Ridge Career Development Center
Special Education School
1450 Ingham St
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 246-0412
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 246-0412
0.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 67 students Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate listed
Northside Catholic Assumption Academy
Montessori School
3854 Brighton Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(908) 730-8986
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(908) 730-8986
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 152 students Avg. class size: 145 students Tuition listed
Holy Family Specialized Learning
Special Education School
100 Enger Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
(412) 586-0160
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
(412) 586-0160
2 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 53 students Avg. class size: 12 students
Abundant Life International Academy
(Christian)
10 N Fremont Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
(412) 761-0333
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
(412) 761-0333
2.4 miles
Gr: 8-10 | 1 student
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Agh Center For Children
Daycare / Preschool
621 E North Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 231-0250
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 231-0250
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 25 students
Northside Catholic Assumption Academy
Montessori School
3854 Brighton Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(908) 730-8986
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(908) 730-8986
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 152 students Avg. class size: 145 students Tuition listed
Allegheny Campus Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool
808 Ridge Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 237-6512
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 237-6512
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 12 students Tuition listed
Brightside Academy
Daycare / Preschool
925 Liberty Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 560-0237
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 560-0237
2.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
301 Fifth Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 515-1997
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 515-1997
2.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 135 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Burgettstown El Center
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 Bavington Rd
Burgettstown, PA 15021
(724) 947-8150
Burgettstown, PA 15021
(724) 947-8150
9311.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 430 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Burgettstown Middle School High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
104 Bavington Rd
Burgettstown, PA 15021
(724) 947-8100
Burgettstown, PA 15021
(724) 947-8100
9311.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 492 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Trinity North Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
225 Midlan Drive
Washington, PA 15301
(724) 222-5064
Washington, PA 15301
(724) 222-5064
9311.9 miles
Gr: K-3 | 232 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Western Area Career And Technology Center - Washington Cnty
Vocational School
688 Western Ave
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 746-2890
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 746-2890
9313.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 10 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 1:1
Fort Cherry El Center
(Math: 57% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
110 Fort Cherry Road
Mc Donald, PA 15057
(724) 796-1551
Mc Donald, PA 15057
(724) 796-1551
9314 miles
Gr: K-6 | 455 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
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