Mountain Valley School

Milhous School, a non-public school certified by the State Department of Education, offers on-grounds educational services to all of our residents.
The program affords youngsters access to special education teachers, licensed speech therapists, school psychologists, and other supportive professionals on an as-needed basis.
Each individual program is carefully carried out by staff members under the direction of the educational psychologist and principal.
Our students enjoy small, self-contained classrooms with an average of six students per class, and three adult instructors, including a credentialed special education teacher.
Each student progresses at his own level based on his particular Individualized Educational Plan.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12

Student Body

Total Students
15 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Mountain Valley School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Milhous School, a non-public school certified by the State Department of Education, offers on-grounds educational services to all of our residents. The program affords youngsters access to special education teachers, licensed speech therapists, school psychologists, and other supportive professionals on an as-needed basis. Each individual program is carefully carried out by staff members under the direction of the educational psychologist and principal. Our students enjoy small, self-contained classrooms with an average of six students per class, and three adult instructors, including a credentialed special education teacher. Each student progresses at his own level based on his particular Individualized Educational Plan.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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When is the application deadline for Mountain Valley School?
The application deadline for Mountain Valley School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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