Newport Developmental Center (Closed 2020)

About the School

  • Newport Developmental Center in Newport, NC serves 60 students in a nonsectarian, town–based special education program focused on pre–kindergarten.
  • The school offers co–ed programming exclusively for pre–kindergarten students with a student–teacher ratio of 30:1 and a total of 2 teachers.
  • Approximately 33% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.
  • Families seeking special education services in the Newport area can consider this center alongside other nearby schools with broader grade spans and lower student–teacher ratios.

School Facts

Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
60 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 24%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Newport Developmental Center?
The application deadline for Newport Developmental Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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