Mariposa School

The Mariposa School is a non-profit organization created specifically to offer children with autism and other developmental disabilities year around, intensive instruction using innovative teaching techniques.
Based in central north carolina, the school has attracted international attention for its progressive teaching curriculum and various programming opportunities.
Each program is tailored to fit individual needs so that the student may realize his/her maximum potential.
Our mission is to provide intensive instruction in a supportive environment designed to improve communication skills and therefore quality of life for children with autism and other developmental disabilities and their families.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 2-12
  • Enrollment: 14 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12

Student Body

Total Students
14 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
32%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
1:1
National avg.: 11:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: At the heart of the Mariposa School is an extraordinary group of professionals whose commitment to quality and Applied Behavior Analysis is unsurpassed.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Mariposa School cost?
Mariposa School's tuition is approximately $6,000 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Mariposa School?
The application deadline for Mariposa School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 2-12
  • Enrollment: 14 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Cary, NC is $16,768 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Cary, NC is 75% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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