Private therapeutic school in Chicago, IL serving grades 1-12 with specialized programs for developmental disabilities and Autism
Esperanza Therapeutic School is a private, nonsectarian day school in Chicago, IL, founded in 1969 to address the educational and developmental needs of students ages 5–21. The school specializes in serving children with mild to severe developmental disabilities, including intellectual delays, cognitive impairment, Autism, and emotional or behavioral disorders. With a diverse student body comprising 85% students of color, the school offers a co-ed environment focused on holistic growth.
With an average class size of 10 and a total enrollment of 39 students, the school provides a highly individualized learning experience supported by 6 classroom teachers and 27% of faculty holding advanced degrees. The curriculum includes specialized Learning Difference Programs designed to meet the unique academic and therapeutic goals of each student, while maintaining a casual dress code to foster comfort and focus.
Esperanza School operates on a rolling admissions basis with a 90% acceptance rate, making it accessible to families seeking specialized support. The school offers grades 1–12, summer school, and post-graduate year options. For detailed information on specific therapies, tuition, and admission inquiries, families are encouraged to contact the admissions director, Stephanie Ong, at (312) 243-6097 or visit esperanzacommunity.org.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
Grades1-12
Students39
Class Size10:1 ratio
Est.1969
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Other school association(s)
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1969 |
| Total Students | 39 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 6 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 27 |
| Average Class Size | 10 |
| Grades Offered | 1-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Stephanie Ong |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 90 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 85 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference Programs
Learning Programs Supported
Mild to severe developmental disabilitiesincluding emotional and/or behavioral disordersintellectual delayscognitive impairmentAutismand other conditions.
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | esperanzacommunity.org/blog/category/events |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Offers Post Graduate Year | Yes |
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