Located in Dumfries, VA, Alternative Paths Training School serves 135 students from pre鈥搆indergarten through 12th grade in a nonsectarian, suburban setting.
The school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 6:1 with 22 teachers supporting its special education programs.
Alternative Paths Training School enrolls a diverse student body, with 87.93% of students representing students of color, ranking it among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for diversity.
This co鈥揺ducational private school offers an educational program spanning early childhood through high school grades within a large suburban community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Alternative Paths Training School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
135 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
88%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Alternative Paths Training School?
The application deadline for Alternative Paths Training School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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