1st Cerebral Palsy Of Nj

1st Cerebral Palsy of New Jersey is a pioneer in providing education, treatment and recreation for individuals with all types of special needs.
Located in Belleville, it is a highly-acclaimed, approved non-profit private school for students with multiple disabilities ages 3-21.
It has been recognized as a School of Excellence by the National Association of Special Education Teachers.
The transition team facilitates the development of independent living skills, job training and community integration.
1st Cerebral Palsy of New Jersey offers a variety of extracurricular activities, clubs and sports, including Boy Scouts, performing arts, chorus, Special Olympics and more.
They also offer an extended 6-week school year (ESY) program that continues the educational and therapeutic programs during the summer.

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1st Cerebral Palsy Of Nj ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1946
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
64 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
88%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
1st Cerebral Palsy Of Nj Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
7 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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What is 1st Cerebral Palsy Of Nj's ranking?
1st Cerebral Palsy Of Nj ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for 1st Cerebral Palsy Of Nj?
The application deadline for 1st Cerebral Palsy Of Nj is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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School Closed (Winter Recess)
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
School Closed (Winter Recess)
December 30, 2024 (Monday)
School Closed
January 01, 2025 (Wednesday)

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The average private school tuition in Essex County, NJ is $19,968 for elementary schools and $28,515 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Essex County, NJ is 69% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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