Community High School is a truly unique program, constantly adjusting to changing educational demands and to the needs of our population.
Through small group instruction and innovative teaching, Community High School exposes students to the wide range of information and activities available in the educational mainstream.
Community High School offers students a complete high school curriculum in the areas of English, literature, mathematics, history and science.
Additional course work is provided to all students, especially those preparing for college.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Average class size: 7 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
209 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
51%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
7 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Toby Braunstein
Admissions Associate
Michele Barretta
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
- Community High School is a truly unique program, constantly adjusting to changing educational demands and to the needs of our population. Through small group instruction and innovative teaching, Community High School exposes students to the wide range of information and activities available in the educational mainstream. Community High School offers students a complete high school curriculum in the areas of English, literature, mathematics, history and science. Additional course work is provided to all students, especially those preparing for college.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Philip Shen, Class of 2001 - Senior Security and Systems Analyst at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center -
Source: Verified school update
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The Community School Inc. famous alumni include: Philip Shen, Class of 2001 - Senior Security and Systems Analyst at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
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The application deadline for The Community School Inc. is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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