Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Merakey Autism Center Carlisle
About the School
- Merakey Autism Center Carlisle is a co–ed special education school located in the small city of Carlisle, PA, serving students in grades K through 12.
- The school enrolls 30 students with a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 supported by 5 teachers.
- The student body includes 14% students of color, reflecting some diversity within this small enrollment.
- Merakey Autism Center Carlisle operates as a nonsectarian program without religious affiliation.
- As a city–based special education school, it serves families seeking specialized K–12 education in Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Students By Grade
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 27%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Merakey Autism Center Carlisle?
The application deadline for Merakey Autism Center Carlisle is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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