Merakey Education Center in Greensburg, PA, serves 11 students in grades 4 through 12 within a nonsectarian special education program.
The school operates in a large suburban community and has a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 with two teachers on staff.
Approximately 22% of the student body represents diverse racial backgrounds, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.
Merakey Education Center's grade span from 4th to 12th grade provides continuity for middle and high school special education students.
The school is one of several private education options in Greensburg, including programs with varying enrollment sizes and student–teacher ratios nearby.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
11 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
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 Merakey Education Center?
The application deadline for Merakey Education Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and preschool to Merakey Education Center is Westmoreland Christian Academy (1.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is The Growing Tree Child Care Learning Center Inc (1.0 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
The Growing Tree Child Care Learning Center Inc
Daycare / Preschool
100 Westpoint Dr
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 832-1180
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 832-1180
1 miles
Gr: K-1 | 40 students
538 Rugh Street
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 853-8308
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 853-8308
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-10 | 83 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1 Tuition listed
911 Armory Dr
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 834-0310
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 834-0310
1.8 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 375 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 32 Tuition listed
Pressley Ridge Day School - Greensburg
Special Education School
1729 Poplar St
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 552-2085
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 552-2085
1.8 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 31 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Aquinas Academy
(Catholic)
340 N Main St
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 834-7940
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 834-7940
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 303 students Tuition listed
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