The Concept School
1120 E. Street Rd, Westtown, PA, 19395-0193 - View a map of this school Map  tel: (610)399-1135
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The Concept School is a small, independent, college-preparatory school with an educational program for promising students attending grades 4-12. Our supportive, caring, and dedicated staff provides a structured environment and state accredited curriculum to prepare children for post-secondary programs. Students of average to above average ability participate in small classes with a teacher-student ratio of one to eight. We educate each student according to their identified strengths and interests. The Concept School provides small classes and the support of a close knit community to: guide students in the development of their unique abilities and talents, encourage students to work independently with a personal commitment to academic achievement, offer students the opportunities for the exploration of new ideas and approaches to accomplish their goals. ...read more  

School Overview:
The Concept School
School Level Elementary and Secondary school
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 4 - 12
Learning Differences Supported Mild learning differences
Year Founded 1972
County Chester County, PA
Student Body
Total Students 58 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School ( PA ) Elementary and Secondary School Avg.
% Students of Color 2% 16%
Students by Grade
Grade 4 - 4 students
Grade 5 - 5 students
Grade 6 - 6 students
Grade 7 - 5 students
Grade 8 - 6 students
Grade 9 - 9 students
Grade 10 - 8 students
Grade 11 - 5 students
Grade 12 - 10 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 12 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree 85%
Average Class Size 4
Classroom dress code Casual
This School ( PA ) Elementary and Secondary School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:5 1:9
*Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 182 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 6 hours 6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Aug. 8 / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $16,400
Acceptance Rate 60%
Headmaster Lauren Vangieri, Erika Surkin
Admissions Director Erika Surkin
 
School Notes:
  • Middle school students in grades 4-8 follow the curriculum guidelines for the state of Pennsylvania, but are alos enriched with study skills, organization, written expression and an emphasis on reading comprehension for each subject studied. College bound high school students also follow PA standards, as well as participate in a multitude of 1/2 year seminar classes as a bridge to college. The skills taught in middle school continue through secondary classes with an emphasis on critical thinking, understanding themselves as learners, using technology as a tool throughout classes,
  • Profile last updated: 02/11/2008

School Zip Code:

About This Zip Code ( 19395 )
School Zip ( 19395 ) ( PA ) State Average
Population (Approximate) n/a 12,280,267 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree n/a 22%
Population Average Age n/a 37 years old
Average Household Size n/a 2.4 persons
Median Household Income n/a $43,326
Avg. # of Rooms in Household n/a 5.9 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure n/a 51 years old
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% Owning / % Renting n/a / n/a 68% / 32%
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  Nearby Schools:

1. Westtown School - 764 students - view location
2. Phila Academy For Boys - Girls - 40 students - view location
3. Kanner Learning Center - 240 students - view location
4. West Chester Christian School - 173 students - view location
5. Rosehill School - 30 students - view location
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