Yale School–Central in Columbus, NJ, is a rural co–ed special education school serving grades K through 6 with a total enrollment of 11 students.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 4:1 with 3 teachers supporting individualized learning in a nonsectarian program.
Founded in 1905, Yale School–Central operates on a 50–acre campus and charges an annual tuition of $25,000.
The student body includes 18% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the small enrollment size.
Yale School–Central ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for school history and resources based on founding date and endowment size.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Student Body
Total Students
11 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 40%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Yale School- Central?
The application deadline for Yale School- Central is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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