The Craig School is an independent, non-profit school specializing in students who have diagnosed, learning disabilities.
The school offers a strategy-based, college preparatory educational program emphasizing multisensory classroom techniques, organizational methods, effective assistive technology and a social communication curriculum.
Craig provides a safe, nurturing learning environment with small structured classrooms, positive student-teacher interaction, and strong ties to parents.
Our campuses in Mountain Lakes for the LS/MS (grades 2-8) and Craig high School located in Montville (grades 9-12) are designed to serve approximately 130 students.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia, Language-based learning disabilities
Year Founded
1980
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
33 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
Average Class Size
8 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
collared shirts & neat appearance
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Call for tuition information.
Admissions Director
Nicole Moon
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Homework Club, many others during school year, Stepping out
School Notes
- We offer an academic program aligned with the NJ Core Curriculum Standards. Our program features proven, research-based learning strategies including multi-sensory approaches, assistive technology, and organizational skills. We teach our students how to learn by providing them with meta-cognitive strategies and cross-curricular approaches. These tools allow students to build their academic foundations, increase their ability to be active and independent learners, and develop a sense of who they are as individuals and students.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Craig School, High School offer?
Craig School, High School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Fencing, Lacrosse, Soccer and Softball.
When is the application deadline for Craig School, High School?
The application deadline for Craig School, High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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