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#133 of 716 private schools in IL

Top 18% of private schools

Illinois Center for Autism

School

1306 WABASH AVE, Belleville, IL 62220

Private

Enrollment

114

Student-Teacher

7.6:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#133 of 716

In Belleville

#3 of 9

public schools

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Illinois Center for Autism

7.5/10

School in Belleville · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.5/10

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About Illinois Center for Autism

Illinois Center for Autism is a private school in Belleville, IL. Illinois Center for Autism serves approximately 114 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Illinois Center for Autism has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #133 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 114 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 7.6:1 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 20 public schools serving similar grades in Belleville, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
This School
vs
14.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
114
This School
vs
562
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.5
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 60.5% vs 0%
Black 33.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.8% vs 0%
Asian 0.9% vs 0%
Illinois Center for Autism Belleville Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Illinois Center for Autism (this school) 7.5
Central Jr High School 5.5
Washington School 5.3
Westhaven Elementary 5.3
Douglas Elem School 4.9
Roosevelt Elem School 5.3
Belle Valley School 6.5
Franklin Elem School 5.2
Belleville High School-East 5.8
Jefferson Elem School 6.3
Henry Raab Elem School 4.2
Whiteside Elem School 5.1
Union Elem School 5.8
Whiteside Middle School 5.0
Abraham Lincoln Elem School 3.3
West Jr High School 5.5
Belleville High School-West 5.6
Harmony Intermediate Center 6.4
Emge Junior High School 4.6
Ellis Elem School 4.6
Signal Hill Elem School 6.0

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 8.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 5.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,133
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 52%
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 114
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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 60.5%
Black 33.3%
Two or More 3.5%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1306 WABASH AVE, Belleville, IL 62220

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Illinois Center for Autism may also want to explore other schools in the area. Wingate Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Shiloh), which scores notably higher. Another option is GOVERNOR FRENCH ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ELITE SCHOLARS STEAM ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Swansea), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Belleville, see our Belleville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Central Jr High School Belleville 0.8 mi 5.5
Washington School Belleville 0.9 mi 5.3
Douglas Elem School Belleville 1.1 mi 4.9
Westhaven Elementary Belleville 0.9 mi 5.3
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Belleville 1.1 mi 5.5
GOVERNOR FRENCH ACADEMY Belleville 1.5 mi 8.3
Jefferson Elem School Belleville 1.8 mi 6.3
Roosevelt Elem School Belleville 1.4 mi 5.3
Franklin Elem School Belleville 1.6 mi 5.2
Belleville High School-East Belleville 1.7 mi 5.8
ST TERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Belleville 1.9 mi 6.6
Belle Valley School Belleville 1.6 mi 6.5
Henry Raab Elem School Belleville 2.1 mi 4.2
High Mount Elem School Swansea 2.5 mi 4.7
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY OF BELLEVILLE Belleville 2.3 mi 4.8
Whiteside Elem School Belleville 2.8 mi 5.1
Whiteside Middle School Belleville 3.2 mi 5.0
Wingate Elementary School Shiloh 3.0 mi 8.8
ELITE SCHOLARS STEAM ACADEMY Swansea 3.4 mi 6.9
Union Elem School Belleville 3.0 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,261

Median Home Value

$141,300

Median Rent

$976/mo

Population

19,391

College Educated

28.2%

Homeownership

66.3%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

14.7%

Median Age

39.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
ILLINOIS CENTER FOR AUTISM Fairview Heights, 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 Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Illinois Center for Autism?

Illinois Center for Autism has an enrollment of approximately 114 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Illinois Center for Autism is 7.6:1. 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 #133 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
14 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
114
Gender Split
83% M / 17% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
5.5 hours
Days Per Year
206 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Clair County

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