Alternative Rehabilitation Communities, is a private non-profit corporation, authorized by the Department of Public Welfare and the Department of Education to render rehabilitation and educational service to juveniles and their families.
We provide a full continuum of services from Intake and Assessment to Secure for court adjudicated youth.
ARC's services are provided in Pennsylvania, with one male residential program located in Lancaster for Intake and Assessment four male residential programs located in Harrisburg, Lebanon, and Lancaster; one female residential program located in Carlisle; one male residential special needs program for mental health issues located in York; one male residential special needs program for sex offenders located in Harrisburg; one male residential for youth with language & culture issues located in York; one secure treatment program located in Chambersburg; one foster care program; an alternative education program with the Harrisburg School District; and aftercare/outreach service.
These programs are teaching students to make good decisions in order to become responsible citizens.
ARC views rehabilitation as a journey, not a destination, a process, and not a goal.
The process we are teaching them is basically the same as our parents taught us: maintaining a positive attitude during the bad times as well as the good; respect for ourselves and others; and having the courage to accept life's challenges while keeping our goals in focus.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Alternative Rehabilitation Com ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
117 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
56%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
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 Alternative Rehabilitation Com?
The application deadline for Alternative Rehabilitation Com is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Alternative Rehabilitation Com located?
Alternative Rehabilitation Com is located in the Uptown neighborhood of Harrisburg, PA. There are 3 other private schools located in Uptown.
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