Holy Family Specialized Learning (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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Holy Family Specialized Learning

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Holy Family Specialized Learning school is a licensed, private academic school for elementary and secondary students in Allegheny and surrounding counties.

Enrollment is based on a referral from the student's home school district.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked PA School
School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 2-12
Enrollment: 53 students
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Holy Family Specialized Learning ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

School Type

Special Education School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 2-12

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1900

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

53 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

79%

State avg.: 27%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

12 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

no shorts, hoodies

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

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School Notes

School Motto: Faith, Hope, Love

Holy Family Specialized Learning school is a licensed, private academic school for elementary and secondary students in Allegheny and surrounding counties. Enrollment is based on a referral from the student's home school district.
If your student was referred to our program, be assured that we are dedicated to helping students overcome their unique academic and behavioral challenges so that they can successfully return to their home school districts. Upon a student`s enrollment in the program, Specialized Learning staff assess his or her skills and academic knowledge and develop an individualized learning plan to help them cultivate constructive behavior, build knowledge and achieve academic success.
Each classroom is staffed by a Pennsylvania-certified teacher and a classroom behavior intervention specialist, and class size is limited to 12 or fewer students. Our curriculum is aligned with state standards. Adapted physical education, art and music classes are taught by teachers certified in those subject areas. Technology is integrated into every classroom, and all students are provided with Chromebook laptops to support their online studies.

Source: Verified school update

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What is Holy Family Specialized Learning's ranking?

Holy Family Specialized Learning ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Holy Family Specialized Learning?

The application deadline for Holy Family Specialized Learning is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked PA School
School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 2-12
Enrollment: 53 students
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Pittsburgh, PA is $13,263 for elementary schools and $18,149 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Pittsburgh, PA is 67% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).