Matheny School & Hospital
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Matheny Medical and Educational Center is a teaching hospital and a premier facility for people of all ages with developmental disabilities. Matheny specializes in the care of children and adults with cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, spina bifida and Lesch-Nyhan Disease. For children and young adults seeking residential or day programs, there is a team of caring professionals who understand the frustration and emotional and social trauma experienced by each new student. New students find other young people like themselves and buildings that are totally accessible. Every class is open to them, including art and music. Their self-esteem soars. They begin to experience opportunities, rather than limitations. For many, this is a major turning point in their lives. Young adults at Matheny are encouraged to continue their education and strive for community living. Five homes exist in nearby towns for the adults. Community living that accommodates all of the physical needs provides an opportunity for the person with disabilities to plan his or her life. ...read more
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Matheny School & Hospital |
| School Level |
Elementary school
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School Type |
Special Education School |
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| School
Membership(s) |
Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)
National Association of Private Special Education Centers (NAPSEC)
Other special emphasis association(s) |
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| Religious Affiliation |
Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered |
Grades Prekindergarten - Nursery School |
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County |
Somerset County, NJ |
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| Total
Students |
68 students |
| Student
Body Type |
Co-ed |
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School |
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NJ )
Elementary School Avg. |
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| % Students of
Color |
26% |
34% |
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| Students by Grade |
| Pre-K - 3 students | | Kind - 7 students | | Unspecified Grade Placement - 58 students | |
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| Total Classroom Teachers |
11 teachers |
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School |
(
NJ )
Elementary School Avg. |
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| Teacher
: Student Ratio |
1:6 |
1:19
*Ntl.
Public School Avg. »
1:16
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| School
Days in Calendar Year |
180 days |
180 days |
| Hours
in School Day for Students |
6 hours |
6 hours |
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| Admission Deadline |
Jan. 1 |
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- Matheny Medical and Educational Center is a teaching hospital and a premier facility for people of all ages with developmental disabilities. Matheny specializes in the care of children and adults with cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, spina bifida and Lesch-Nyhan Disease. For children and young adults seeking residential or day programs, there is a team of caring professionals who understand the frustration and emotional and social trauma experienced by each new student. New students find other young people like themselves and buildings that are totally accessible. Every class is open to them, including art and music. Their self-esteem soars. They begin to experience opportunities, rather than limitations. For many, this is a major turning point in their lives. Young adults at Matheny are encouraged to continue their education and strive for community living. Five homes exist in nearby towns for the adults. Community living that accommodates all of the physical needs provides an opportunity for the person with disabilities to plan his or her life.
- Profile last updated: 02/04/2007
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| About This
Zip Code (
07977 ) |
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Zip (
07977 ) |
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NJ ) State Average |
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| Population
(Approximate) |
814 people |
8,413,990 people |
| %
(age 25+) w/College Degree |
52% |
36% |
| Population Average
Age |
37 years old |
36.7 years old |
| Average Household
Size |
2.6 persons |
2.6 persons |
| Median Household
Income |
$90,297 |
$57,137 |
| Avg. # of Rooms
in Household |
7 rooms |
5.6 rooms |
| Median Age of
Housing Structure |
69 years old |
47 years old |
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Median Value of Housing Unit
Zipcode (07977)
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Owning / % Renting |
73% / 27% |
61% / 39% |
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