At Vanderheyden our mission is to provide children, young adults, and families with services that enable and challenge them to care for themselves through a nurturing, supportive, and therapeutic environment.
We help them develop skills necessary for community living and provide them with opportunities to enhance self-esteem and self-confidence.
Through a variety of experiences we encourage personal growth and freedom to make choices, and be responsible for their choices.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 89 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
89 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
51%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- At Vanderheyden our mission is to provide children, young adults, and families with services that enable and challenge them to care for themselves through a nurturing, supportive, and therapeutic environment. We help them develop skills necessary for community living and provide them with opportunities to enhance self-esteem and self-confidence. Through a variety of experiences we encourage personal growth and freedom to make choices, and be responsible for their choices.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Vanderheyden Hall often compared to?
Vanderheyden Hall is often viewed alongside schools like La Salle Institute by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Vanderheyden Hall?
The application deadline for Vanderheyden Hall is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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