Glade Run Academy is a K-12 special education school in Zelienople, PA, specializing in autism, ADHD, and behavioral support.
Glade Run Academy is a specialized K-12 school serving students in Zelienople and Utica, PA, with a focus on supporting those with autism, ADHD, ADD, and various emotional or behavioral challenges. As a large-scale special education provider, the academy works closely with over 50 home school districts to ensure continuity of care and educational progress for every student.
The academy provides a highly sensory-friendly environment featuring small class sizes with an average of only 8 students. Facilities are specifically designed for neurodiverse learners, including dedicated sensory rooms, a sensory playground, and gross motor skills training. To promote independence and life skills, the campus also features an independent living skills apartment and offers therapeutic enrichment through equine therapy, horticulture, outdoor education, art, and music.
Glade Run Academy offers a range of programming, including Extended School Year (ESY) and transitional summer experiences for young adults. While many students are served through home district contracts, private pay options are also available. The school operates on a rolling admissions basis with a 100% acceptance rate, maintaining a nonsectarian, casual-dress environment that emphasizes regular communication between staff and families.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
GradesKindergarten-12
Students298
Class Size8:1 ratio
Est.1984
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Other school association(s)
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1984 |
| Tuition Notes | St. Stephen's contracts primarily through the students' home district; however private pay options are available. Different education programs (special education, enhanced, living skills, tertiary, ESY, and autism) have a variance in tuition rates. |
| Total Students | 298 |
| Average Class Size | 8 |
| Grades Offered | Kindergarten-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Kelly Wheeler |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 100 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 18 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
AutismADHDADDBehavioral health
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Basketball · Equestrian · Flag Football · Intramural Sports Only · Soccer · Weightlifting |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Student Council |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | gladerun.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/AR-2023-24-1.pdf |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
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