Lakemary Center

Lakemary`s Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility provides 24/7 therapeutic treatment for children ages 6-21 with dual diagnosis of intellectual/developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder and a psychiatric disorder. Our program utilizes a reward system called Positive Behavior Intervention and Support. PBIS focuses on giving expectations, providing limits, and reinforcing appropriate behaviors as they occur. Lakemary`s school is a year round, K-12 accredited school. Each child benefits from services and supports designed to meet their individualized Education Plan, and have access to art, music, recreational, occupational, speech, and language therapies.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 4-12
  • Enrollment: 76 students
  • Average class size: 7 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Intellectual Disability
Year Founded
1969
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
76 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
42%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Lakemary Center Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
7 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Sarah Base
Admissions Associate
Taylor Dickson

School Notes

  • Lakemary`s Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility provides 24/7 therapeutic treatment for children ages 6-21 with dual diagnosis of intellectual/developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder and a psychiatric disorder. Our program utilizes a reward system called Positive Behavior Intervention and Support. PBIS focuses on giving expectations, providing limits, and reinforcing appropriate behaviors as they occur. Lakemary`s school is a year round, K-12 accredited school. Each child benefits from services and supports designed to meet their individualized Education Plan, and have access to art, music, recreational, occupational, speech, and language therapies.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Lakemary Center often compared to?
Lakemary Center is often viewed alongside schools like Horizon Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Lakemary Center?
The application deadline for Lakemary Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 4-12
  • Enrollment: 76 students
  • Average class size: 7 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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