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1st Cerebral Palsy Of Nj

7 Sanford Ave
Belleville, NJ 07109

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Tel: (973) 751-0200

www.cerebralpalsycenter.org

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1st Cerebral Palsy of New Jersey is a pioneer in providing education, treatment and recreation for individuals with all types of special needs.

Located in Belleville, it is a highly-acclaimed, approved non-profit private school for students with multiple disabilities ages 3-21.

It has been recognized as a School of Excellence by the National Association of Special Education Teachers.

The transition team facilitates the development of independent living skills, job training and community integration.

1st Cerebral Palsy of New Jersey offers a variety of extracurricular activities, clubs and sports, including Boy Scouts, performing arts, chorus, Special Olympics and more.

They also offer an extended 6-week school year (ESY) program that continues the educational and therapeutic programs during the summer.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

Top Ranked NJ School
School Type: Special Education School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 64 students
Average class size: 7 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

1st Cerebral Palsy Of Nj ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Overview

School Type

Special Education School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1946

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

64 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

88%

State avg.: 40%

Students by Grade

1st Cerebral Palsy Of Nj Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

9 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 13:1

Average Class Size

7 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

School Notes

School Motto: To assist all students with special needs to lead more active and productive lives.

Source: Verified school update

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What is 1st Cerebral Palsy Of Nj's ranking?

1st Cerebral Palsy Of Nj ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for 1st Cerebral Palsy Of Nj?

The application deadline for 1st Cerebral Palsy Of Nj is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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School Closed

November 27, 2025 (Thursday)

School Closed

November 28, 2025 (Friday)

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

Top Ranked NJ School
School Type: Special Education School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 64 students
Average class size: 7 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Essex County, NJ is $21,552 for elementary schools and $24,024 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Essex County, NJ is 67% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).