Y C S Fort Lee Education Center (Closed 2013)

Y C S Fort Lee Education Center is a co–ed special education school serving grades 7 through 12 in the suburban community of Fort Lee, NJ.
The school enrolls 53 students with a student–teacher ratio of 5:1, supported by 11 teachers.
The student body is 91.5% students of color, reflecting diversity within the school community.
Y C S Fort Lee Education Center operates as a nonsectarian institution and holds membership in a state or regional independent school association.
Located in a large suburb, this Fort Lee special education school provides programs for secondary–level students in a small enrollment setting.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12

Student Body

Total Students
53 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
92%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Y C S Fort Lee Education Center?
The application deadline for Y C S Fort Lee Education Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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