James L Maher School is committed to the principles of normalization, least restrictive environment, and integration.
We believe and our programs are based on the premise that everyone can be helped regardless of his or her disabilities.
If this help cannot be provided by the Center, referrals are made to help the individual find the appropriate agency.
The purpose of this Center is to promote the general welfare of individuals with disabilities, both mental and physical; to provide and/or refer cases for diagnosis and treatment; to counsel and assist parents and to develop, coordinate and advocate for programs on behalf of individuals with disabilities.
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
6 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
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 James L Maher School?
The application deadline for James L Maher School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to James L Maher School is St. George's School (2.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is All Saints STEAM Academy (0.8 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Grades
Students
All Saints STEAM Academy
(Catholic)
Grades: NS-8 0.8 miles 915 West Main Road
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 848-4300
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 848-4300
0.8
NS-8
n/a
Bright Ideas Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: NS-K | 50 students 1.4 miles 1272 W Main Rd
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 849-0055
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 849-0055
1.4
NS-K
50
Kinderart Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: K | 43 students 1.5 miles 146 Aquidneck Ave
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 847-0685
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 847-0685
1.5
K
43
Grades: PK-K | 88 students 1.9 miles 143 Peckham Ln
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 846-9251
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 846-9251
1.9
PK-K
88
Grades: 9-12 | 380 students 2.2 miles 372 Purgatory Road
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 842-6600
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 842-6600
2.2
9-12
380
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