Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Solstice School
About the School
- Solstice School in Rowley, MA, provides special education programs for grades 9 through 12 in a rural setting.
- The co–ed school enrolls 27 students with a student–teacher ratio of 5:1 supported by 5 teachers.
- Approximately 26% of the student body represents students of color.
- The campus spans 5 acres in the rural community of Rowley.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Students By Grade
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
Student Body
Total Students
27 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 31%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Emotional intelligence, Growth and change, Non-violence, Open communication, Shared governance, Social learning, Social responsibility
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Solstice School?
The application deadline for Solstice School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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