Ascent is a private, non-profit school for children diagnosed with autism and atypical pervasive developmental disorders.
It provides a full day, 12 month academic and behavioral treatment program to preschool and school age children ranging in age from 3 to 21 years.
Ascent primarily serves children with severe behavioral issues who have experienced failure in the continuum of available public special education settings and who require a high degree of individualized attention and intervention.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Average class size: 6 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
19 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
6 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ascent School For Individuals With Autism often compared to?
Ascent School For Individuals With Autism is often viewed alongside schools like Gersh Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Ascent School For Individuals With Autism?
The application deadline for Ascent School For Individuals With Autism is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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People that viewed Ascent School For Individuals With Autism also viewed these schools: Gersh Academy, Ss Cyril & Methodius School, Vincent Smith School, The Child School - Legacy High School and League School.
The nearest high school to Ascent School For Individuals With Autism is Upper Room Christian School (2.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Ss Cyril & Methodius School (1.1 miles away)
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