Leary School Of Virginia (Closed 2010)

Leary School helps students to achieve successes that will enable them to adapt to less restrictive environments and to achieve maximum independence, achievement and happiness.
To this end, the programs focus clearly upon students accepting personal responsibilities, improving problem-solving, communication and socialization skills.
The staff of the Leary School programs strongly believes in students taking an active role in changing their own behaviors; while the staff attempt to meet student need's on an individual basis.
This philosophy is integral to all the service areas of the programs.
The mission of the Leary School programs is to provide specialized education and treatment services to children, adolescents, and their families.
The Foundation believes in actively intervening in the lives of children and adolescents who are in need of specialized education and therapy in order to maximize their educational, social and emotional growth.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12

Student Body

Total Students
59 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
93%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
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 Leary School Of Virginia?
The application deadline for Leary School Of Virginia is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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