Lehigh University's College of Education recognizes that the key to education in the new century is a commitment to the development of quality research that is disseminated to students and professionals through innovative teaching.
Establishing new educational paradigms that challenge old ways of knowing will greatly enhance our understanding and appreciation of others.
We no longer live in a world that has borders or is limited to time and space, and so as educators we must adopt a philosophy of "learning beyond limits." Currently, the college faculty and students are working on some of the most difficult and pressing challenges, including Practicing positive behavioral modification techniques, Creating new, rich learning environments, Developing better learning programs for children who are at educational risk.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
Student Body
Total Students
67 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Lehigh University's College of Education recognizes that the key to education in the new century is a commitment to the development of quality research that is disseminated to students and professionals through innovative teaching. Establishing new educational paradigms that challenge old ways of knowing will greatly enhance our understanding and appreciation of others. We no longer live in a world that has borders or is limited to time and space, and so as educators we must adopt a philosophy of "learning beyond limits." Currently, the college faculty and students are working on some of the most difficult and pressing challenges, including Practicing positive behavioral modification techniques, Creating new, rich learning environments, Developing better learning programs for children who are at educational risk.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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