Southwood School in Bridgeville, PA, is a nonsectarian all–boys special education school serving grades 4 through 12 in a suburban community.
The school enrolls 35 students with a student–teacher ratio of 9:1, supported by 4 full–time teachers.
Southwood School's student population includes approximately 9% students of color.
Located near other private education options in Bridgeville, Southwood emphasizes specialized programs within a small enrollment setting.
Tuition and admission specifics align with regional private school averages for Allegheny County, where the average high school tuition is $16,635.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
35 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Southwood School?
The application deadline for Southwood School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Southwood School is Wesley Bridge (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Watson Institute Education Center South (1.0 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Wesley Bridge
Special Education School
100 Emerson Ln Ste 1525
Bridgeville, PA 15017
(412) 885-7017
Bridgeville, PA 15017
(412) 885-7017
0.8 miles
Gr: 12 | 6 students
Watson Institute Education Center South
Special Education School
230 Hickory Grade Rd
Bridgeville, PA 15017
(412) 914-8800
Bridgeville, PA 15017
(412) 914-8800
1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 129 students
3197 Washington Pike
Bridgeville, PA 15017
(412) 221-4776
Bridgeville, PA 15017
(412) 221-4776
1.1 miles
Gr: NS-K | 76 students Avg. class size: 15 students
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(Catholic)
1734 Bower Hill Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15243
(412) 341-5444
Pittsburgh, PA 15243
(412) 341-5444
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 282 students Tuition listed
Kingdom Care Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
538 Hickory Grade Rd
Bridgeville, PA 15017
(412) 220-7197
Bridgeville, PA 15017
(412) 220-7197
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 202 students
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