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Alexander Youth Network

6220 Thermal Road
Charlotte, NC 28211

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Tel: (704) 366-8712

www.alexanderyouthnetwork.org

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Alexander was founded in 1888 in Charlotte as a women and children's rescue mission.

In 1945, the agency began transitioning to serve children with emotional and behavioral problems.

Alexander serves North Carolina children ages 5-18. Children served in residential programs come from nearly three quarters of the counties in North Carolina.

Alexander provides a comprehensive array of children's behavioral healthcare services in four basic categories: outpatient, day treatment, residential, and community-based services.

Children ages 5 to 18 are referred to Alexander from North Carolina’s Area Mental Health programs, hospitals, physicians, parents, schools, county departments of social services and from the state’s juvenile justice system.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NC School
School Type: Alternative School
Grades: 1-7
Enrollment: 30 students
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Alexander Youth Network ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

School Overview

School Type

Alternative School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other associations(s) for exceptional children

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 1-7

Year Founded

1946

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Student Body

Total Students

30 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

56%

State avg.: 24%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

4 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Motto: The Whole Solution for Children’s Mental Health

Alexander was founded in 1888 in Charlotte as a women and children's rescue mission. In 1945, the agency began transitioning to serve children with emotional and behavioral problems. Alexander serves North Carolina children ages 5-18. Children served in residential programs come from nearly three quarters of the counties in North Carolina. Alexander provides a comprehensive array of children's behavioral healthcare services in three basic categories: outpatient, residential, and community-based services. Children ages 5 to 18 are referred to Alexander from North Carolina’s Area Mental Health programs, hospitals, physicians, parents, schools, county departments of social services and from the state’s juvenile justice system.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Alexander Youth Network's ranking?

Alexander Youth Network ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Alexander Youth Network?

The application deadline for Alexander Youth Network is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Alexander Youth Network located?

Alexander Youth Network is located in the Stonehaven neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other private schools located in Stonehaven.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NC School
School Type: Alternative School
Grades: 1-7
Enrollment: 30 students
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Charlotte, NC is $17,379 for elementary schools and $19,842 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Charlotte, NC is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).