Common Threads Family Resource Center in Mc Farland, WI, serves 15 students in grades 3 through 12 as a nonsectarian, co–educational special education school.
Founded in 2006, the school operates in a large suburban community with a student–teacher ratio of 8:1 and a total of two teachers.
The student body includes 6.25% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school population.
As a specialized private school, Common Threads offers educational services without religious affiliation or membership in school associations.
The school is located near several Madison private schools and preschools, providing families with diverse educational options within a 4–mile radius.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
Year Founded
2006
Student Body
Total Students
15 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
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 Common Threads Family Resource Center?
The application deadline for Common Threads Family Resource Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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