Villa Esperanza Services School offers a comprehensive educational program serving students from 5 22 years old who have special needs associated with autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome and other developmental disabilities. Individualized Educational Programs (IEP) outline each child's specific goals with a comprehensive approach to education, consisting of collaborations between all services including: Speech & Language Therapy Occupational Therapy Behavior Intervention Music, Recreational & Art Therapists Villa's highly trained staff offers an individualized program for each student including instruction in social skills, communication, behavior, independent living skills and academics.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,500
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Villa Esperanza Services ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1961
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
64 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
73%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
![Villa Esperanza Services Student By Grade Villa Esperanza Services Student By Grade](http://images3.privateschoolreview.com/charts/5000/4580/villa-esperanza-services-chart-blErAux.png)
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
87%
Average Class Size
8 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,500
Tuition Notes
Basic Education Programs : 5 – 22 years old
$125.00 per diemSpeech:
Individual (Pull-out or Classroom) $120.00 per hour
Small Group $75.00 per hour
Assessments and Evaluations $540.00Behavior Analysis and Intervention:
Program Design an
Admissions Director
Casey Gregg
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Barista Cart Club, Cooking Club, Photography Club, Video Club
Barista Cart Club, Cooking Club, Photography Club, Video Club
School Notes
- All classrooms maintain a minimum of a 1 to 3 staff to child ratio. One-on-one assistance is provided to children for whom such help is IEP mandated. All education programs follow the state adopted standards, striving to provide children with the skills they need to be successful.
- Our best practices include: SEACO Curriculum Guide Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) Augmentative Technology TEACCH Strategies Visual supports including social stories Positive Behavior Support Naturalistic Teaching Strategies Community-based instruction Provisions of sensory integration Classrooms have been designed and developed with our children's needs in mind.
- Placement criteria includes: age, strengths, present levels of performance, and behavioral challenges. As a non-public school (NPS), funding is contracted with school districts and regional centers through the Individual Education plan (IEP) process. ²ÝÁñÉçÇø pay options are also available.
- Our classrooms include:
- Elementary School (5-10 years old)
- Middle School (11-14 years old)
- High School (14-22 years old)Lifeskills, Transitional, Career Exploration and Employment
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Villa Esperanza Services cost?
Villa Esperanza Services's tuition is approximately $25,500 for private students.
What schools are Villa Esperanza Services often compared to?
Villa Esperanza Services is often viewed alongside schools like The Marianne Frostig Center for Eductional Therapy by visitors of our site.
What sports does Villa Esperanza Services offer?
Villa Esperanza Services offers 1 interscholastic sports: Dance.
What is Villa Esperanza Services's ranking?
Villa Esperanza Services ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Villa Esperanza Services?
The application deadline for Villa Esperanza Services is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Villa Esperanza Services located?
Villa Esperanza Services is located in the Casa Grande neighborhood of Pasadena, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Casa Grande.
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