Bynum School
School Notes Overview:
Bynum School is a nonprofit, private school for children and adults with special needs. It operates on a year round schedule. We serve ages 3-adult. Our programs include preschool for children with and without disabilities, elementary class, secondary class, and vocational training for older teens and young adults. Organizational Mission and Beliefs The mission of Bynum School is to meet the educational needs of students with exceptionalities in an environment that assures positive support and success for each individual. We believe that each student is a valued individual able to learn skills appropriate to their unique abilities and challenges. Bynum School provides an educational setting for children and young adults with various disabilities. Bynum School is the only private school in the Permian that accepts students with all types and degrees of disabilities and provides for them an alternative to public education....
School Overview:
Bynum School |
||
| School Type | Special Education School | |
| School Membership(s) | The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) | |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - Kindergarten | |
| County | Midland County, TX | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 31 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(TX) School Avg. |
|
| % Students of Color | 16% | 36% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Pre-K - 6 students | ||
| Kind - 8 students | ||
| Unspecified Grade Placement - 17 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 6 teachers | |
This School |
(TX) School Avg. |
|
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:5 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 250 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 7 hours | 7 hours |
School Notes:
- Bynum School is a nonprofit, private school for children and adults with special needs. It operates on a year round schedule. We serve ages 3-adult. Our programs include preschool for children with and without disabilities, elementary class, secondary class, and vocational training for older teens and young adults. Organizational Mission and Beliefs The mission of Bynum School is to meet the educational needs of students with exceptionalities in an environment that assures positive support and success for each individual. We believe that each student is a valued individual able to learn skills appropriate to their unique abilities and challenges. Bynum School provides an educational setting for children and young adults with various disabilities. Bynum School is the only private school in the Permian that accepts students with all types and degrees of disabilities and provides for them an alternative to public education.
- Profile last updated: 02/19/2009
In the News:
- Across the USA News from every state (USA Today)
posted on November 5, 2009 at 09:32:26 am
Across the USA News from every state - Laura Bush wishes Bynum School success during visit (Midland Reporter-Telegram)
posted on November 4, 2009 at 05:56:41 pm
Former first lady Laura Bush helped celebrate Bynum School’s 25th anniversary and the community support it has received through the years Tuesday at Midland Center. Watch Laura Bush video. - Former First Lady Speaks at Bynum School Celebration (News West 9 Midland)
posted on November 4, 2009 at 04:13:27 pm
600 people gathered to hear Laura Bush and celebrate the Bynum School's 25th anniversary. - Students send birthday song to Laura Bush (ABC 13 Houston)
posted on November 4, 2009 at 03:03:11 pm
Some students at a special needs school helped former First Lady celebrate her birthday early with a video and a song - Students send happy birthday song to Laura Bush (KFDA-TV Amarillo)
posted on November 4, 2009 at 02:59:49 pm
Associated Press - November 4, 2009 9:55 AM ET MIDLAND, Texas (AP) - Some students at a special needs school helped Midland native Laura Bush celebrate her birthday early with a video and a...
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (79703) | School Zip (79703) |
(TX) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 18,582 people | 20,844,411 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 22% | 23% |
| Population Average Age | 31 years old | 33 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.7 persons | 2.6 persons |
| Median Household Income | $36,566 | $46,000 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 5.2 rooms | 5.2 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 43 years old | 33 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (79703) |
|
|
| % Owning / % Renting | 69% / 31% | 59% / 41% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- St. Ann's Catholic School - 372 students - 1.1 mi. away - view location
- First Baptist Child Development Center - n/a - 1.3 mi. away - view location
- Midland Odessa Sda School - 10 students - 2.0 mi. away - view location
- Grace Lutheran Early Child Program - 106 students - 2.3 mi. away - view location
- The Hillander School - 272 students - 2.4 mi. away - view location
View all schools in: Midland, Midland County, Zip 79703
Tip: Zoom in/out using the slider below. View aerial photos using the Satellite or Hybrid buttons.
Note: Data has been gathered from schools, government and commercial data sources.
Quick Links:
- Request:
Info / application from Bynum School
-
Go:
Add to My Saved Schools
-
View website:
Visit school website
- Find housing:
View housing listings in 79703 - Reconnect:
Find your graduating class! - Tools: Search schools by zip, Compare schools side-by-side
- More schools: Boarding schools & military schools
- Return to: Midland County private schools, Texas private schools, Home
- Get help: Find an educational consultant & get expert advice


