Community School in Teaneck, NJ offers co–ed special education programs for grades 3 through 8 in a suburban setting.
Founded in 1968, the school enrolls 112 students supported by 35 teachers, resulting in a 3:1 student–teacher ratio.
The student body represents 57% students of color, reflecting diversity within this suburban special education program.
As a nonsectarian school, Community School provides specialized support within a large suburban community of Bergen County.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
Year Founded
1968
Student Body
Total Students
112 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
57%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Community School?
The application deadline for Community School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Community School is The Community School Inc. (0.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Wilbert F Mays Seventh-day Adventist School (0.6 miles away)
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Special Education School
1135 Teaneck Rd
Teaneck, NJ 07666
(201) 862-1796
Teaneck, NJ 07666
(201) 862-1796
0.1 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 209 students Avg. class size: 7 students
Sinai High School At Tabc
All-boys | Special Education School (Jewish)
1485 Teaneck Rd suite 304
Teaneck, NJ 07666
(201) 862-0032
Teaneck, NJ 07666
(201) 862-0032
0.5 miles
Gr: Inquire with school | 22 students Avg. class size: 7 students
405 Englewood Ave
Teaneck, NJ 07666
(201) 837-6655
Teaneck, NJ 07666
(201) 837-6655
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 37 students
Heichal Hatorah
All-boys (Jewish)
70 Sterling Pl
Teaneck, NJ 07666
(201) 335-0633
Teaneck, NJ 07666
(201) 335-0633
0.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 181 students
250 Hargreaves Ave
Teaneck, NJ 07666
(774) 238-7726
Teaneck, NJ 07666
(774) 238-7726
0.9 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 32 students
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