The Rugby School

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It’s our mission to teach students the interpersonal skills necessary to function in today’s competitive world while becoming a productive member of society.
By designing and implementing individual education plans, we strive to equip them with the academic skills necessary for success.
Whether the individual student decides to continue onto higher-education, trade-school or enter directly in the workforce, they leave The Rugby School with a sense of pride and confidence to pursue goals.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 2-12
  • Enrollment: 116 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
Year Founded
1977
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
116 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
The Rugby School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Thirty-five years ago, The Rugby School at Woodfield opened its doors and hearts to special needs students, their parents and guardians. Over time, we have developed into a comprehensive k-12 day program that offers: quality academics, clinical and medical services, and vocation/college preparation with hands-on experience. It’s our mission to teach students the interpersonal skills necessary to function in today’s competitive world while becoming a productive member of society. By designing and implementing individual education plans, we strive to equip them with the academic skills necessary for success. Whether the individual student decides to continue onto higher-education, trade-school or enter directly in the workforce, they leave The Rugby School with a sense of pride and confidence to pursue goals. Our dedicated staff is an integral part of our program. They hold advanced degrees and certifications in various fields such as: Special Education, Fine Arts, Holistic Health, Nursing, Psychology, Social-Work, and Public & School Administration. This eclectic community of individuals comes together each day at 8:30 a.m. with one common purpose in mind, to work with these students. Five days a week, learning is happening in classrooms, hallways and offices. In addition to academics, The Rugby School provides: Individual, Speech and Occupational Therapy, and Health Services & Wellness Center. Counseling services are provided by both certified school social workers and school counselors. Individual and Group counseling techniques can be seen during Art Therapy, Social Skills and Integrative Counseling. Health Services are provided by a Nurse Practitioner in collaboration with a Medical Doctor and on-staff Psychiatrist. The Wellness Center promotes healthy life style choices by promoting Healthy Snacks and Fitness Fund-raisers such as: Lance Armstrong’s Live It! Program. At The Rugby School at Woodfield we are committed to the success of our students. We look beyond labels, reach the inner person and create a healthy, positive learning experience for these special children.The school serves nine counties and fifty-seven school districts.
Source: Verified school update

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The application deadline for The Rugby School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 2-12
  • Enrollment: 116 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Monmouth County, NJ is $18,352 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Monmouth County, NJ is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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