Penikese Island School

Po Box 161, Woods Hole, MA, 02543-0254
Tel: (508)548-7276
Grades: 9 - 11 | 6 students
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Penikese is a small, family-style residential school that emphasizes community, interdependence, and relationship-based, hands-on education for boys who have not been successful in other learning environments. The educational program is tailored to the individual and his behavioral adaptations that have precluded his learning in a traditional classroom.

School Overview:
Penikese Island School
School Type School with Special Program Emphasis
School Membership(s) State or regional independent school association
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 9 - 11
Learning Programs Supported LD, ADHD, BD
Year Founded 1973
Student Body
Total Students 6 students
Student Body Type All-girls
% Students of Color 33% (MA School Avg.: 24%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 2:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 10%
Average Class Size 4 students
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $93
Admissions Director Pam Brighton

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Nearby Schools:

Penikese Island School
Gr. 9-11 | 0 mi. away
Falmouth Academy
Gr. 7-12 | 3.3 mi. away
Periwinkle Montessori School
Gr. K | 5 mi. away
Vineyard Montessori School
Gr. K-2 | 6.6 mi. away
Heritage Christian Academy
Gr. PK-8 | 9.1 mi. away
Montessori Academy-cape Cod
Gr. K | 9.3 mi. away

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