Michael Dunn Center

629 Gallaher Rd Kingston, TN 37763
www.michaeldunncenter.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 4-12
  • Enrollment: 19 students
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • Michael Dunn Center have additional challenges to being able to make choices and find opportunities that many people take for granted.
  • But, you wouldn't know by meeting them.
  • In talking to most service recipients you would think that there are no obstacles, just opportunities.
  • The attitude and spirit of the people served at Michael Dunn Center is inspiring.
  • It is this impression left by those served that makes the employees of Michael Dunn Center excited to come to work every day.
  • Simply put, the staff of Michael Dunn Center has chosen to work with children and adults with disabilities because they care.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 4-12
  • Enrollment: 19 students
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1971
Campus Size
30 acres

Student Body

Total Students
19 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 21%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
5 courses

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
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School Notes

  • School Mascot: Eagle
  • Michael Dunn Center have additional challenges to being able to make choices and find opportunities that many people take for granted. But, you wouldn't know by meeting them. In talking to most service recipients you would think that there are no obstacles, just opportunities. The attitude and spirit of the people served at Michael Dunn Center is inspiring. It is this impression left by those served that makes the employees of Michael Dunn Center excited to come to work every day. Simply put, the staff of Michael Dunn Center has chosen to work with children and adults with disabilities because they care.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Michael Dunn Center often compared to?
Michael Dunn Center is often viewed alongside schools like Kingston Academy, Ccs Adolscent Treatment Center by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Michael Dunn Center?
The acceptance rate of Michael Dunn Center is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
When is the application deadline for Michael Dunn Center?
The application deadline for Michael Dunn Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Tennessee is $13,549 for elementary schools and $14,623 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Tennessee is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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