Tobinworld

Tobinworld is a non-profit school for children and young adults with behavior problems.
Typically students have been classified as severely emotionally disabled, autistic or developmentally disabled.
Tobinworld seeks to impart to each student the skills and behaviors he or she needs in order to live as happy, normal and productive a life as possible.
The program philosophy integrates special education with behavioral psychology and carries out an individual behavior and academic program for each student.
Medication is not used at Tobinworld for behavior problems. Instead, we address behavior problems with a consistent behavioral and educational program.
Whenever feasible, our goal is to return the student to public school or to a competitive or sheltered work opportunity.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 2-12
  • Enrollment: 231 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Tobinworld ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

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School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
Year Founded
1977
Campus Size
20

Student Body

Total Students
231 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
92%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Tobinworld Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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School Notes

  • School Motto: It's a Small World
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Judith Weber - Founder and Executive Director of Tobinworld, advocate for children with special needs. -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Tobinworld often compared to?
Tobinworld is often viewed alongside schools like Columbus Catholic High School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Tobinworld?
Tobinworld famous alumni include: Judith Weber - Founder and Executive Director of Tobinworld, advocate for children with special needs..
When is the application deadline for Tobinworld?
The application deadline for Tobinworld is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Tobinworld located?
Tobinworld is located in the Citrus Grove neighborhood of Glendale, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Citrus Grove.

School Reviews

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Tobinworld received the highest praise from the California Department of Education in 2012. The CDE notes that Tobinworld provides excellent vocational opportunities for students of all abilities, a strong Academy program for diploma track students, and an excellent behavior program for students with autism. The CDE states that Tobinworld is the "Best Non-Public School in California."
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 2-12
  • Enrollment: 231 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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