Motivation - Dedication - Excellence MDE School specializes in children with autism, sensory processing and communication disorders.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Yearly Tuition: $22,000
- Average class size: 4 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-11
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Yes
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
63 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
57%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
4 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$22,000
Admissions Director
Mindy Elkan
School Notes
- Founded in 2009, in the heart of East Cobb County in Metro Atlanta,MDE School specializes in children with autism, sensory processing and communication disorders.Through the vision and direction of Miss Mindy Elkan, MDE School provides an atmosphere for children to learn and succeedat their own pace.MDE accepts the Georgia Special Needs scholarship and participates in the Georgia Student Scholarship Organization (GASSO).Life skills and social skills are incorporated daily.MDE School incorporates fun and innovative activities such as Improv, Art, P.E, iLS, Music, technology and field trips.Extra curricular activities are offered such as, student government, yearbook, lego club, lunch bunch and much more!
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mde School Of East Cobb cost?
Mde School Of East Cobb's tuition is approximately $22,000 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Mde School Of East Cobb?
The application deadline for Mde School Of East Cobb is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 4/17/2020
My son started MDE 2019 school year. We are beyond excited to see how much he has changed over the past year. He is learning more life skills than I ever thought he would learn. He went from being a wandering child to getting out of the car in car line and walking straight to class. Thank you MDE!
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