Adelbrook–the Learning Center of East Hartford is a co–ed special education school serving grades 7–12 in a small city setting in East Hartford, CT.
The school enrolls 36 students with a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 supported by 4 teachers.
It is a Catholic–affiliated school with a nonsectarian orientation and holds membership in the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student body is highly diverse, with 94% of students identified as students of color, ranking the school among the top 20% for diversity in Connecticut private schools.
The school is located near multiple private and special education options within a 3.7–mile radius in the East Hartford area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Adelbrook-the Learning Center Of East Hartford ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Student Body
Total Students
36 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
94%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Adelbrook-the Learning Center Of East Hartford?
The application deadline for Adelbrook-the Learning Center Of East Hartford is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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