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Very Good

#128 of 716 private schools in IL

Top 18% of private schools

Illinois Center for Autism

School

548 S RUBY LN, Fairview Heights, IL 62008

Private

Enrollment

112

Student-Teacher

7.5:1

Score

7.5

Grades

UG – UG

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#128 of 716

In Fairview Heights

#1 of 2

public schools

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Illinois Center for Autism

7.5/10

School in Fairview Heights · grades UG – UG. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Grant Middle School

4.5/10

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4.7/10

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About Illinois Center for Autism

Illinois Center for Autism is a private school in Fairview Heights, IL. Illinois Center for Autism serves approximately 112 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Illinois Center for Autism has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #128 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares1.3 pts above IL schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 112 students, Illinois Center for Autism is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 7.5:1 students to teachers, Illinois Center for Autism sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Illinois Center for Autism is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Illinois Center for Autism compares to the 4 public schools in Fairview Heights, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.5:1
This School
vs
12:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
112
This School
vs
302
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.5
This School
vs
5.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 60.7% vs 0%
Black 36.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.7% vs 0%
Illinois Center for Autism Fairview Heights Public Avg

All Schools in Fairview Heights

School Rating
Illinois Center for Autism (this school) 7.5
William Holliday Elem School 4.7
Pontiac Jr High School 6.4
Grant Middle School 4.5
Illini Elem School 5.8

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IL.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
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School Day Length 5.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,144
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 50%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Enrollment 112
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in IL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 60.7%
Black 36.6%
Hispanic 2.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

548 S RUBY LN, Fairview Heights, IL 62008

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Illinois Center for Autism may also want to explore other schools in the area. Wolf Branch Middle School (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Swansea), which scores slightly higher. Another option is OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Belleville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Belleville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fairview Heights, see our Fairview Heights schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Grant Middle School Fairview Heights 1.1 mi 4.5
William Holliday Elem School Fairview Heights 1.1 mi 4.7
Pontiac Jr High School Fairview Heights 1.1 mi 6.4
Wolf Branch Elem School Swansea 1.8 mi 6.7
Wolf Branch Middle School Swansea 1.9 mi 8.1
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fairview Heights 1.9 mi 6.5
ELITE SCHOLARS STEAM ACADEMY Swansea 2.5 mi 6.9
Illini Elem School Fairview Heights 2.5 mi 5.8
West Jr High School Belleville 2.6 mi 5.5
Abraham Lincoln Elem School Belleville 2.7 mi 3.3
Joseph Arthur Middle School O Fallon 2.3 mi 4.2
Dawn Elser Elementary School O Fallon 2.6 mi 4.5
ASP2 STEAM ACADEMY INC Belleville 3.2 mi 7.2
ALTHOFF CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Belleville 3.1 mi 6.8
High Mount Elem School Swansea 3.5 mi 4.7
METRO-EAST ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Caseyville 3.7 mi
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Belleville 3.2 mi 7.3
OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Belleville 3.6 mi 7.5
ST TERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Belleville 4.0 mi 6.6
Union Elem School Belleville 4.1 mi 5.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ILLINOIS CENTER FOR AUTISM Belleville, IL 7.5
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Carbondale, IL 7.5
WHEATON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wheaton, IL 7.5
BEREAN BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rockford, IL 7.4
COVE SCHOOL Northbrook, IL 7.6
WILLIAM M BEDELL AREA RESOURCE CENTER Wood River, IL 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Illinois Center for Autism

What grades does Illinois Center for Autism serve?

Illinois Center for Autism serves students in grades UG through UG.

How many students attend Illinois Center for Autism?

Illinois Center for Autism has an enrollment of approximately 112 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Illinois Center for Autism?

The student-teacher ratio at Illinois Center for Autism is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Illinois Center for Autism rank in IL?

Illinois Center for Autism ranks #128 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Illinois Center for Autism's MySchoolScout rating?

Illinois Center for Autism has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Illinois Center for Autism a private school?

Yes, Illinois Center for Autism is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Illinois Center for Autism a religious school?

No, Illinois Center for Autism is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
112
Gender Split
83% M / 17% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
5.5 hours
Days Per Year
208 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Clair County

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