The Hallen School is a private, special education school located in New Rochelle, New York.
Hallen is one of the most comprehensive special education schools in the New York area.
Hallen serves students, ages 5 through 21, who exhibit learning disabilities, speech and language impairments, emotional difficulties, autistic features, and mild health impairments.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Autism; Learning Disability; Speech Impairment; Emotional Disability;
Year Founded
1972
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
254 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
93%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition is paid by the student's district of residence, if they agree that the student requires an out of district placement.
Admissions Director
Stephanie M. Martins
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Preferred referral information: Current IEP Psycho-Edcuational Evaluation Psychiatric Evaluation(if applicable) Neuro-Psychological (if applicable) Related Serice Evaluations (if applicable) Social History Current School Reports Curernt Medical and Immunization Records
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does The Hallen School offer?
The Hallen School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Soccer.
When is the application deadline for The Hallen School?
The application deadline for The Hallen School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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