National Childrens Center Se Upper School's mission is to provide a lifetime of opportunities for people in our community with developmental disabilities to live full, meaningful and productive lives.
NCC's community based services include early intervention, schools, employment, adult day and residential programs.
These quality, personalized, lifespan services now benefit more than 500 infants, children and adults with developmental disabilities every day.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1958
Student Body
Total Students
25 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
96%
State avg.: 48%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Live. Grow. Work. Thrive.
- National Childrens Center Se Upper School's mission is to provide a lifetime of opportunities for people in our community with developmental disabilities to live full, meaningful and productive lives.
- NCC's community based services include early intervention, schools, employment, adult day and residential programs.
- These quality, personalized, lifespan services now benefit more than 500 infants, children and adults with developmental disabilities every day.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for National Childrens Center Se Upper School?
The application deadline for National Childrens Center Se Upper School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is National Childrens Center Se Upper School located?
National Childrens Center Se Upper School is located in the Southeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 8 other private schools located in Southeast Washington.
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