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Northwestern Human Services

1400 Fox Hill Rd #100
State College, PA 16801

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Northwestern Human Services in State College, PA, is a rural special education school serving co–ed students in grades 1 through 12.

The school enrolls 41 students with a student–teacher ratio of 8:1, supported by 5 teaching staff.

The student body includes 12.2% students of color, reflecting some racial diversity within the school population.

Located in a rural area near State College, this private special education school serves families seeking tailored support across elementary to high school grades.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 1-12
Enrollment: 41 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Type

Special Education School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 1-12

Student Body

Total Students

41 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

12%

State avg.: 27%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

5 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

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 Northwestern Human Services?

The application deadline for Northwestern Human Services is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 1-12
Enrollment: 41 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Pennsylvania is $13,030 for elementary schools and $19,200 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Pennsylvania is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).