Holy Family Specialized Learning school is a licensed, private academic school for elementary and secondary students in Allegheny and surrounding counties.
Enrollment is based on a referral from the student's home school district.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Holy Family Specialized Learning ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
53 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
79%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
no shorts, hoodies
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Holy Family Specialized Learning school is a licensed, private academic school for elementary and secondary students in Allegheny and surrounding counties. Enrollment is based on a referral from the student's home school district.
- If your student was referred to our program, be assured that we are dedicated to helping students overcome their unique academic and behavioral challenges so that they can successfully return to their home school districts. Upon a student`s enrollment in the program, Specialized Learning staff assess his or her skills and academic knowledge and develop an individualized learning plan to help them cultivate constructive behavior, build knowledge and achieve academic success.
- Each classroom is staffed by a Pennsylvania-certified teacher and a classroom behavior intervention specialist, and class size is limited to 12 or fewer students. Our curriculum is aligned with state standards. Adapted physical education, art and music classes are taught by teachers certified in those subject areas. Technology is integrated into every classroom, and all students are provided with Chromebook laptops to support their online studies.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Holy Family Specialized Learning?
The application deadline for Holy Family Specialized Learning is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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