Ivymount School is a special education school in Potomac, MD, specializing in support for students with ASD and learning differences.
Ivymount School is a nonsectarian special education school in Potomac, MD, specifically designed to support students with learning differences, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and related disabilities. Serving a co-ed student body in grades 1 through 12, the school provides a highly specialized environment tailored to the unique developmental and academic needs of neurodiverse learners. As a member of the National Association of Private Special Education Centers, Ivymount is dedicated to meeting the specific requirements of each student's learning profile.
The school's instructional model focuses on small group learning, maintaining a 6:1 student-teacher ratio and an average class size of 15. This intimate setting is ideal for implementing targeted interventions, personalized learning plans, and specialized academic supports. For older students, the curriculum includes 12 Advanced Placement (AP) courses, ensuring that students with special needs can access rigorous academic enrichment and prepare for post-secondary success.
A Blue Ribbon school with a history of excellence since 1961, Ivymount also offers summer school programs to support continuous progress. The school operates with a rolling admissions process and an annual tuition of $25,000. Families seeking a structured, dedicated, and academically robust community for children with diverse learning needs will find a supportive environment here.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
Grades1-12
Students172
Class Size15:1 ratio
Tuition$25,000
Est.1961
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association of Private Special Education Centers
Other associations(s) for exceptional children
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1961 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $25,000 |
| Total Students | 172 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 27 |
| Average Class Size | 15 |
| Grades Offered | 1-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 98 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 46 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference Programs
Learning Programs Supported
Autism Spectrum Disorder and related disabilities
Additional Information
| School Memberships | National Association of Private Special Education Centers · Other associations(s) for exceptional children |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Awards | Blue Ribbon School · - Selected in · n/a |