Harbor Schools Family Services in Amesbury, MA serves 84 students in grades 5 through 8 in a nonsectarian special education program.
The school operates in an urban/large town setting with a student–teacher ratio of 4:1 supported by 19 teachers.
Approximately 11% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.
Harbor Schools Family Services is a co–ed institution affiliated with the Institute for Independent Education.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Student Body
Total Students
84 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 31%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
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 Harbor Schools Family Servies?
The application deadline for Harbor Schools Family Servies is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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