Knapp School And Yeshiva is a K-12 special education school in Chicago, IL, specializing in ASD, ADHD, and learning disabilities.
Knapp School And Yeshiva provides a holistic, therapeutic educational experience specifically designed for students who have struggled in traditional learning environments. Serving grades Kindergarten through 12, the school specializes in supporting students with Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and ADD/ADHD. Each student is supported by a dedicated therapeutic treatment team that works to address academic, behavioral, and social-emotional deficits through personalized care.
The school offers an exceptionally supportive environment with a 3:1 staff-to-student ratio and small average class sizes of approximately six students. This high level of staffing allows for strong staff-student relationships and the implementation of specialized learning difference programs. Beyond academics, students can engage in various extracurricular activities including art, music, drama, and clubs such as chess, cooking, and outdoor exploration.
Knapp School And Yeshiva is a Jewish, co-ed institution located in Chicago, IL. While private tuition can vary and may exceed $50,000 annually, the school offers significant accessibility as students who are publicly tuitioned can attend for free. Admissions are handled on a rolling basis, and the school also offers summer programming and post-graduate year options.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
GradesKindergarten-12
Students40
Class Size6:1 ratio
Est.1963
DeadlineNone / Rolling
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1963 |
| Tuition Notes | Students who are publicly tuitioned attend Knapp School and Yeshiva for free. Private student tuition can vary depending on the type of program. It costs $50,000+ annually for a child to attend, but there can be flexibility on the cost depending on each family\'s situation. |
| Total Students | 40 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 16 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 35 |
| Average Class Size | 6 |
| Grades Offered | Kindergarten-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Orli Ginsburg |
| Admissions Associate | Allison Stevens |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 55 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
Special Education diagnosis that fall into SLDAutism Spectrum Disorder and more
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · chess club · cooking club · Outdoor club · sewing club · Arts and Music Programs: · Art Club · drama · music · Newspaper and yearbook |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| Religious Affiliations | Jewish |
| School Calendar | www.jcfs.org/tds/calendar |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Offers Post Graduate Year | Yes |
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