ACADEMICS WEST vs. Aaron School K - 12
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School Overview
School

Overview
We are an independent high-support college preparatory program embracing the most innovative tools to help students with learning and social-emotional differences blossom into productive self-valuing adults.
At Academics West, we view every student as a hero meant for great things.
We strive to empower each student by harnessing evidence-based tools to teach our kids how to be effective lifelong learners.
We invite you to participate in our amazing journey.
Aaron School is a K-12, coed, special education school that serves children who have been identified with learning challenges including speech and language delays, learning disabilities, sensory integration issues and attention deficits.' Aaron provides an enriched educational environment, integrating a traditional school curriculum with an individualized skill-building program that builds upon a student's strengths while addressing their challenges.' Classes are small with an excellent student/teacher ratio.' Certified therapists provide speech and language services and occupational therapy.' Aaron School is committed to a partnership of staff, parents and professionals, dedicated to the common goal of enabling each child to become a successful learner.
Grades Offered
K-12
K-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
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Learning Programs Supported
Yes
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Year Founded
2011
2002
Students Body
Total Students
80 students
168 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
53%
Students by Grade


Students by Grade
Kindergarten Students
4
1
Grade 1 Students
4
5
Grade 2 Students
2
4
Grade 3 Students
5
10
Grade 4 Students
5
11
Grade 5 Students
8
23
Grade 6 Students
6
16
Grade 7 Students
8
23
Grade 8 Students
7
13
Grade 9 Students
6
20
Grade 10 Students
9
19
Grade 11 Students
8
15
Grade 12 Students
8
8
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
60 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
90%
75%
Average Class Size
5
12
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:4
1:3
Average ACT score
28
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Classroom Dress Code
Casual
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Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$89,000
$49,975
% on Financial Aid
5%
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Acceptance Rate
65%
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Admissions Director
Eleanor Wefing
Linda Gardner
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6
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Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
5
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Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Art, Music, Robotics, Sports Club, Student Council
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