The Riley Behavioral And Educational Center in Huntsville, AL, is a nonsectarian special education school serving grades 1 through 12 in a midsize city community.
Founded in 2006, the school currently enrolls 25 students with a student–teacher ratio of 5:1, supported by 5 teachers.
Approximately 22% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school population.
This co–educational center offers specialized programs for K–12 students in a focused, small–group learning environment within Huntsville.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
25 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: A COMMUNITY OF HOPE
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Riley Behavioral And Educational Center?
The application deadline for The Riley Behavioral And Educational Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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