All-girls Catholic high school in Aurora, IL offering ADD/ADHD support with small classes and college-prep curriculum
Rosary College Prep is an all-girls Catholic high school in Aurora, Illinois that provides specialized support for students with ADD/ADHD. Since 1962, the school has focused on creating a nurturing, structured environment with small class sizes averaging 17 students, which helps students with attention challenges thrive academically and socially. The dedicated faculty, with 55% holding advanced degrees, work closely with students to provide individualized academic guidance and support.
The school offers comprehensive accommodations for students managing ADD/ADHD, including personalized academic strategies and a family-centered approach that maintains open communication between home and school. Beyond academics, students participate in a wide range of extracurricular activities, including athletics, clubs, and service organizations, all within a consistent, formal structure that many students with executive function challenges find stabilizing and supportive.
Rosary enrolls 265 students in grades 9-12, balancing individualized attention with access to diverse programs such as AP courses, honors classes, and college-credit options. Tuition is $12,300 annually with financial aid available. Admissions follow a rolling process with a 90% acceptance rate, making it accessible for families seeking a rigorous yet supportive college-preparatory environment for their daughter with special needs.
| Year Founded | 1962 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $12,300 |
| Tuition Notes | Financial aid available |
| Total Students | 265 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 29 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 55 |
| Average Class Size | 17 |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 90 |
| Student Body Type | All-girls |
| Percent of Students of Color | 25 |
| Sports | Basketball · Bowling · Cheering · Cross Country · Diving · Golf · Lacrosse · Soccer · Softball · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Academic Challenge · Chess Club · Debate Club · Drama Club · French Club · Interact Club · Kairos Retreats · Lifesavers · Math Club · Mission Team · National Honor Society · Pep Club · Senior Retreat Team · Snowball · Spanish Club · Student Council · Yearbook · Show More (1) · Hide · Arts and Music Programs: · Ensemble Choir · Glee Club |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) · State or regional independent school association · National Honor Society (NHS) |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
| School Calendar | rosaryhs.com/news-and-calendar/calendar |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Average ACT Score | 26 |
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