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
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.: 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 Clifford Academy?
The application deadline for Clifford Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Clifford Academy is Montrose School (3.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Blessed Sacrament School (2.5 miles away)
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Quick Facts
808 East Street
Walpole, MA 02081
(508) 668-2336
Walpole, MA 02081
(508) 668-2336
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(508) 359-2423
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(508) 359-2423
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(508) 660-7004
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(508) 660-7004
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(508) 376-5320
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Daycare / Preschool
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(508) 359-6263
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(508) 359-6263
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