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Clifford Academy

399 Lincoln Rd
Walpole, MA 02081

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Clifford Academy in Walpole, MA, is a nonsectarian special education school serving grades 7 through 12 in a suburban setting.

The school enrolls 17 students with a student–teacher ratio of 3:1, supported by 5 teachers.

Approximately 53% of the student body identify as students of color, reflecting a diverse community.

Clifford Academy is one of the small–cohort special education options in the Walpole area, distinct from larger nearby schools offering broader grade spans.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 17 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Type

Special Education School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 7-12

Student Body

Total Students

17 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

53%

State avg.: 31%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

5 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

3:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Clifford Academy?

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

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 17 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Massachusetts is $24,607 for elementary schools and $40,565 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Massachusetts is 71% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).