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Cray Challenges Alternative School (aedy)

111 E Maitland Ln New Castle, PA 10615

Tel: (724) 654-8422

www.crayyouth.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Alternative School
Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 30 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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About the School

Cray Challenges Alternative School (aedy) in New Castle, PA, serves 30 students in grades 7 through 12 within a nonsectarian, town–based alternative school setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 4:1 with 7 teachers supporting its co–educational programs.
Approximately 17% of the student body is represented by students of color, reflecting some diversity within this small enrollment.
is near other New Castle private schools, including Cray Education Center, which serves grades 4–12.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Alternative School
Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 30 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

School Type

Alternative School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 7-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Cray Challenges Alternative School (aedy)
7	5
8	3
9	7
10	6
11	6
12	3

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Student Body

Total Students

30 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

17%

State avg.: 27%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

7 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

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The application deadline for Cray Challenges Alternative School (aedy) is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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