The De Paul School vs. Meredith-dunn School
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School Overview
Top Rankings
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Meredith-dunn School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Overview
The de Paul School teaches students with learning differences how to learn, how to become independent, and how to succeed.
We offer a 50-Year history of acclaimed and impacting instruction in structured literacy, unlocking student brilliance in reading and writing.
The broad and challenging course of study includes reading, spelling, writing, literature, mathematics, science, social studies, computer skills, physical education, social skills and values, and library skills.
The mission of Meredith-Dunn School is to provide prescriptive instruction designed to empower students who learn differently, in becoming competent learners and resilient individuals.
The Meredith-Dunn School community embraces a child-centered philosophy that recognizes the learning potential of each of our students.
We value each student as an individual with a unique pattern of strengths, weaknesses, and learning styles.
Our educational program is personalized in both content and approach to support student growth academically, socially and emotionally.
Grades Offered
K-8
K-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia / Language-based, ADHD or Attentional Difficulties, Organizational Difficulties, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia / Mathematics-based Difficulties, Auditory Processing Difficulties, Mild Sensory Processing Disorder
Dyslexia, reading disorders, language-based learning disabilities , dysgraphia, ADHD, non-verbal learning disability, auditory processing, math disorders
Year Founded
1970
1971
Students Body
Total Students
139 students
196 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
9%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Kindergarten Students
3
2
Grade 1 Students
6
5
Grade 2 Students
8
4
Grade 3 Students
10
14
Grade 4 Students
13
14
Grade 5 Students
16
30
Grade 6 Students
25
42
Grade 7 Students
26
45
Grade 8 Students
32
40
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
20 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
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95%
Average Class Size
8
12
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:7
1:10
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(Collared shirts, nice slacks or skirts, respectable and professional appearance)
(Collared shirts, nice slacks or skirts, respectable and professional appearance)
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Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$17,750
$14,530
Tuition Notes
Tuition actually ranges from $9950 to $17,750 and financial assistance is available.
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% on Financial Aid
45%
35%
Admissions Director
Erin Whicker
Anne Eddins
Admissions Associate
Carlos Mason Wehby
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Sports
Total Sports Offered
8
6
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
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8
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
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Art Club, Chess Club, Drama Club, Glee Club, Lego Club, Newspaper Club, Ukelele Club, Yoga Club