Kohler Academy

1137 Globe Ave Mountainside, NJ 07092
kohleracademynj.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 35 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 35 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1957
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
35 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
60%
State avg.: 40%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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School Notes

  • The Kohler Academy provides a comprehensive full day program for students with multiple disabilities between the ages of 3 to 21 years.
  • Our school is open all year, with a 10 month school year and a 7 week ESY, extended school year summer program.
  • Our interdisciplinary team consists of Teachers of Students with Disabilities, Speech, Occupational and Phyiscal therapists, a certified BCBA, instructional paraprofessionals, full timing nursing, and a social worker.
  • Collaboratively, we create an individualized educational plan that meets each students unique abilities.
  • As an Arc of Union County School, we share our building with The Arc Family Services.
  • This provides our students an opportunity to access aftercare, school break camps, as well as camps throughout the summer.
  • The Kohler Academy provides a comprehensive full day program for students with multiple disabilities between the ages of 3 to 21 years. Our school is open all year, with a 10-month school year and a 7-week ESY, extended school year summer program. Our interdisciplinary team consists of Teachers of Students with Disabilities, Speech, Occupational and Physical therapists, a certified BCBA, instructional paraprofessionals, full timing nursing, and a social worker. Collaboratively, we create an individualized educational plan that meets each students` unique abilities. As an Arc of Union County School, we share our building with The Arc Family Services. This provides our students an opportunity to access aftercare, school break camps, as well as camps throughout the summer.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Kohler Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, Kohler Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Kohler Academy?
The application deadline for Kohler Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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