School For Children With Hidden Intelligence

The School for Children with Hidden Intelligence (SCHI) is a state approved, private school that specifically educates multiply handicapped, underpriviledged children with special needs from the Tri-State Metropolitan area.
Our aim is to try and alleviate the suffering of the most vulnerable members of our community and offer services to help them grow.
Our philosophy is to provide support to parents, teachers and students.
Our staff has developed programs that are unique to this school and the special children and the families that make up this community.

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School For Children With Hidden Intelligence ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1995
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
260 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
School For Children With Hidden Intelligence Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • School Motto: Every student has a hidden intelligence. Our job is to find it.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is School For Children With Hidden Intelligence's ranking?
School For Children With Hidden Intelligence ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for School For Children With Hidden Intelligence?
The application deadline for School For Children With Hidden Intelligence is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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