Hopewell Career Academy–Joliet is a nonsectarian special education school serving 49 students in grades 6–12 in a suburban area of Joliet, IL.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 8:1 with 6 teaching staff supporting its programs.
Approximately 41% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.
Hopewell Career Academy operates without an affiliation to any religious or membership associations.
The school is one of several private educational options in Joliet, located in a large suburb community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
49 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
41%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Hopewell Career Academy - Joilet?
The application deadline for Hopewell Career Academy - Joilet is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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