THE LEARNING ACADEMY AT THE ELS CENTER OF EXCELLENCE

School Overview
The Learning Academy at the Els Center of Excellence, located in Jupiter, Florida, is a specialized charter school designed specifically for students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Serving students in grades 6 through 12, the academy is notable for its integration into the broader Els Center of Excellence campus, which serves as a hub for research, education, and advocacy for the autism community. The school employs a highly structured, evidence-based approach to instruction, focusing on academic rigor while simultaneously providing essential support for social, behavioral, and communication development.

Beyond traditional academics, The Learning Academy distinguishes itself through its commitment to functional independence and life-skills training. The school utilizes a personalized curriculum tailored to each student’s unique profile, often incorporating state-of-the-art technology and vocational preparation to help students transition toward adulthood. By fostering a collaborative environment between educators, therapists, and families, the academy aims to empower students on the autism spectrum to reach their full potential and achieve greater integration within their communities.
125
Total Students
21.5
Full-Time Teachers
5.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for THE LEARNING ACADEMY AT THE ELS CENTER OF EXCELLENCE
Demographic Student Count
White77
Hispanic27
Black7
Asian7
Two or More5
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    77 (61.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    27 (21.6 %)
  • Black
    7 (5.6 %)
  • Asian
    7 (5.6 %)
  • Two or More
    5 (4.0 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (1.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Special Education School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: PALM BEACH
Phone: (561)296-1776
Website: http://www.rlacademy.com
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 125
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 21.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 5.8
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch: N/A
Grades Taught
Grade 9 21
Grade 10 15
Grade 11 15
Grade 12 74

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for THE LEARNING ACADEMY AT THE ELS CENTER OF EXCELLENCE
Grade Student Count
Grade 921
Grade 1015
Grade 1115
Grade 1274
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for THE LEARNING ACADEMY AT THE ELS CENTER OF EXCELLENCE
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female2923.2%
Male9676.8%