The College School (2026-27 Profile)

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About the School

At The College School, children flourish in a kind and supportive environment where small class sizes and a clear designed program of instruction guide teachers in narrowing the gap between a child’s learning potential and his/her achievement.
Students at The College School are provided with an integrated approach to education, receiving various opportunities to acquire and develop their academic and social competence.
Master teachers and a nurturing support staff take the essential time to teach strategies that promote confidence, individuality, and a spirit of self-advocacy within each child.
These are traits our children will possess and carry with them for a lifetime.
While the goal of The College School is to return students to a traditional school setting in two to three years, many remain through the 8th grade, as the unique blend of a challenging curriculum and a personalized approach to learning is unparalleled.
As a part of the College of Education and Human Development, students receive the benefit of the most cutting-edge techniques in curriculum and instruction from teachers who are clinical faculty members at the University.
In addition, our children interact daily with motivated, eager student teachers and researchers whose primary goal is creating a rich educational environment for children with learning differences.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Grades: 2-8
Enrollment: 31 students
Yearly Tuition: $19,000
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 2-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The College School
2	4
3	2
4	4
6	10
7	11

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Enrollment is highest in Grade 7 (11 students) and Grade 6 (10), then drops sharply to single digits in Grades 4, 3, and 2.

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1988

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School Motto

Great Minds Learn Differently

Student Body

Total Students

31 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

22%

State avg.: 28%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

8 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

National avg.: 11:1

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$19,000

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Tuition Notes

$19,000 per year

Admissions Director

Laura C. Dougherty

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The College School's tuition is approximately $19,000 for private students.

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