Sheppard Pratt School and Residential Treatment Center - Towson serves 59 students in grades 8-12.
The student:teacher of Sheppard Pratt School and Residential Treatment Center - Towson is 4:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Sheppard Pratt School and Residential Treatment Center - Towson ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
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Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
59 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
72%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- School Motto: Changing Lives for the Better
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Sheppard Pratt School and Residential Treatment Center - Towson?
The application deadline for Sheppard Pratt School and Residential Treatment Center - Towson is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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