Esperanza School is a private, therapeutic day school thataddresses the educational and developmental needs of students age5-21 with mild to severe developmental disabilities, includingemotional and/or behavioral disorders, intellectual delays,cognitive impairment, Autism, and other conditions.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild to severe developmental disabilities, including emotional and/or behavioral disorders, intellectual delays, cognitive impairment, Autism, and other conditions.
Year Founded
1969
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
39 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
85%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
27%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Stephanie Ong
Application URL
School Notes
- At Esperanza School, students learn and grow in a supportiveenvironment, and individualized attention helps each reach his orher academic and developmental goals. Through individualizededucational plans (IEPs), life skills, vocational training, and thearts, students are reaching their academic, developmental, andsocial goals.
- We partner closely with parents and guardians at every step oftheir child`s education. From the referral and enrollment processthrough planning for life beyond Esperanza School, ourmultidisciplinary team that includes teachers, social workers,transition specialists, nurses and speech therapist collaboratewith parents to determine student goals and the paths to reachthem. Students are supported to make independent choices andpursue their interests to the extent possible. Students enjoy art,music, and theater, and all have access to a nurse, speechtherapist, and social workers.
- Our small class sizes facilitate the high level of personalattention that all of our students receive. Like all of ourprograms,Esperanza School provides bilingual (English and Spanish)services to both students and parents to meet the diverse needs ofthe families we serve. Door-to-door transportation is provided.
- Esperanza School is accredited by the North Central AssociationCommission on Accreditation and Education and approved by theIllinois State Board of Education.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Guadalupe Reyes - Founder of Esperanza School -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Esperanza Therapeutic School often compared to?
Esperanza Therapeutic School is often viewed alongside schools like Ucan Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Esperanza Therapeutic School?
The acceptance rate of Esperanza Therapeutic School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
Who are famous alumni from Esperanza Therapeutic School?
Esperanza Therapeutic School famous alumni include: Guadalupe Reyes - Founder of Esperanza School.
When is the application deadline for Esperanza Therapeutic School?
The application deadline for Esperanza Therapeutic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Esperanza Therapeutic School located?
Esperanza Therapeutic School is located in the West Town neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 9 other private schools located in West Town.
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The nearest high school to Esperanza Therapeutic School is Wolcott College Prep (0.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Ucan Academy (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Montessori Academy Of Chicago (0.7 miles away)
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