Synapse School serves 252 students in grades Kindergarten-8. The student:teacher of Synapse School is 4:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
252 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
54%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
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 Synapse School?
The application deadline for Synapse School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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