Delta School (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 1-12
Enrollment: 70 students
Yearly Tuition: $75,000
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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School Facts

School Type

Special Education School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 1-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Delta School
1	5
2	4
3	4
4	4
5	5
6	5
7	7
8	5
9	6
10	4
11	9
12	7
Ungraded	5

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Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1958

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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School Motto

Inspire, Motivate and Empower

Student Body

Total Students

70 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

94%

State avg.: 27%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

8 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

40%

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniforms

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$75,000

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Tuition Notes

No cost to parents unless private pay

Summer Program Cost

$375

Summer Program Cost Notes

per day

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

2 sports

Sports

BasketballSoccer

School Mascot

Dragon

School Notes

The Delta School provides a positive learning experience for students with disabilities ages 6 to 21. The program is designed to meet students' needs, teach them strategies to become successful learners, and prepare them for the demands of the global economy. Numerous therapeutic services are available at the Delta School that enhance students' learning experiences and produce positive outcomes. Social workers and counselors provide individual and group therapy that addresses family, social, school and work challenges.

The vision of DELTA SCHOOL ensures students will be self-motivated, creative, and innovative thinkers and problem solvers prepared to become trailblazers in the global workforce.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Delta School cost?

Delta School's tuition is approximately $75,000 for private students and $375 for summer students.

What sports does Delta School offer?

Delta School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Soccer.

When is the application deadline for Delta School?

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

In what neighborhood is Delta School located?

Delta School is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 29 other private schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 7/24/2015

I have been out of school for 30 years and I would like find some of my class mates so could you send me an email on where are the and do an alumi

- Posted by Student/Alumni - susan

5 1/19/2012

Special needs school furnishing small class size and much individual attention. Grounds set up as a mini-campus with muliple buildings. Trade instruction offered for upper grades. Recommended for students with emotional problems.

- Posted by Parent - Pross

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The average private school tuition in Philadelphia, PA is $13,062 for elementary schools and $19,019 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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