The Norman Howard School
The Norman Howard School (NHS) is an independent co-educational day school that offers a small, structured and supportive learning environment with full access to the general education curriculum. Our setting provides a quality education program for students in grades 5-12 with special learning needs including those with classifications of Learning Disability, Other Health Impairment, Speech and Language Impairment, or Autism. Candidates for admission require an academic program and do not require significant behavioral and/or communication interventions.
Quick Stats (2021-22)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 5-12
- Students: 96 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1980
Student Body
Total Students
96 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(There is a standardized dress code. )
(There is a standardized dress code. )
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Please contact Julie Murray to discuss tuition options.
Admissions Director
Julie Murray
School Notes
- In addition to our classroom teachers we also have the following individuals on staff:
- 11 Teacher Assistants
- 1 School Nurse
- 2 Speech & Language Pathologists
- 2 Social Workers
- 1 Transition Counselor
Profile last updated: 07/20/2021
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