Maryville Therapeutic Day School in Des Plaines, IL serves 25 students in grades 7 through 12 within a nonsectarian, city community setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 8:1 with a total of 3 teachers supporting its special education program.
Approximately 80% of students identify as students of color, reflecting the diversity of the Des Plaines area.
Maryville Therapeutic Day School is a co–educational private special education school focused on secondary grade levels.
The school is located near other private K–8 options in Des Plaines, supporting families seeking local secondary special education services.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Student Body
Total Students
25 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
80%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 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 Maryville Therapeutic Day School?
The application deadline for Maryville Therapeutic Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to Maryville Therapeutic Day School is Willows Academy (1.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Science & Arts Academy (0.3 miles away)
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Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 827-7880
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 827-7880
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