James F. Farr Academy
71 Pearl Street, Cambridge, MA, 02139-0213 - View a map of this school Map
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Farr Academy is a therapeutic day school serving students in grades 7 through 12 with a range of emotional and learning problems. We provide an array of services that meet the individual strengths and weaknesses of each student. Skilled teacher/counselors, small structured classes, group and individualized curriculum aligned to the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, one-to-one tutoring as needed, and college preparatory courses provide a comprehensive approach to meet the diverse needs presented by students. In addition, we offer multi-faceted physical and outdoor education, woodworking, studio art and an intensive school-to-career program. Counseling and non-judgmental, non-punitive problem solving meetings are used to teach decision making as well as problem solving skills, through reflection and discussion. Additionally, the teaching of techniques and strategies to effectively manage anxiety, stress, frustration and anger are threaded throughout the program. ...read more  

School Overview:
James F. Farr Academy
School Level High school
School Type Special Education School
School Membership(s) National Association of Private Special Education Centers (NAPSEC)
Other special emphasis association(s)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 9 - 12
County Middlesex County, MA
Student Body
Total Students 28 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School ( MA ) High School Avg.
% Students of Color 31% 19%
Students by Grade
Grade 8 - 2 students
Grade 9 - 3 students
Grade 10 - 8 students
Grade 11 - 10 students
Grade 12 - 5 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 16 teachers
This School ( MA ) High School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:2 1:7
*Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 180 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 5 hours 6 hours
Admission Deadline Jan. 1
 
School Notes:
  • Farr Academy is a therapeutic day school serving students in grades 7 through 12 with a range of emotional and learning problems. We provide an array of services that meet the individual strengths and weaknesses of each student. Skilled teacher/counselors, small structured classes, group and individualized curriculum aligned to the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, one-to-one tutoring as needed, and college preparatory courses provide a comprehensive approach to meet the diverse needs presented by students. In addition, we offer multi-faceted physical and outdoor education, woodworking, studio art and an intensive school-to-career program. Counseling and non-judgmental, non-punitive problem solving meetings are used to teach decision making as well as problem solving skills, through reflection and discussion. Additionally, the teaching of techniques and strategies to effectively manage anxiety, stress, frustration and anger are threaded throughout the program.
  • Profile last updated: 02/10/2007

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About This Zip Code ( 02139 )
School Zip ( 02139 ) ( MA ) State Average
Population (Approximate) 34,682 people 6,349,048 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 66% 43%
Population Average Age 30 years old 36.5 years old
Average Household Size 2.1 persons 2.5 persons
Median Household Income $44,382 $51,535
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 4 rooms 5.4 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 69 years old 57 years old
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% Owning / % Renting 28% / 72% 58% / 42%
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