Kids Peace Athlete Center School (Top Ranked �� School for 2025-26)

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Kids Peace Athlete Center School

5300 Kids Peace Dr
Orefield, PA 18069

The Kids Peace Model of Care is a clear, compelling statement of the Kids Peace beliefs and principles that form the foundation of our care and treatment of children, youth and families.

It is based on research and practical experience and provides a description to our customers, to the profession and to the community at large of the beliefs and thinking that are the framework, guideline and measurement for all programs and services.

The Kids Peace mission is to give hope, help and healing to children facing crisis, and we work very hard to accomplish this from more than 60 sites in 11 states and the District of Columbia.

We serve children at all levels of acuity from our one-of-a-kind Children's Hospital, specialized care for boys with sexual disorders, intensive and therapeutic residential programs, juvenile justice facilities, community programs, schools and foster care offices.

Our Vision is to be the premier provider of services to help kids facing crisis by offering exemplary programs, operational excellence and leadership that inspires caregivers everywhere.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

Top Ranked PA School
School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 2-12
Enrollment: 183 students
Yearly Tuition: $45,000
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Kids Peace Athlete Center School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

School Type

Special Education School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 2-12

Year Founded

1882

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

183 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

60%

State avg.: 27%

Students by Grade

Kids Peace Athlete Center School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

41 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

12 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$45,000

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Endowment Size

$50 million

School Notes

School Motto: To give hope, help, and healing to children, adults and those who love them.
School Mascot: Heroes

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Kids Peace Athlete Center School cost?

Kids Peace Athlete Center School's tuition is approximately $45,000 for private students.

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What is Kids Peace Athlete Center School's ranking?

Kids Peace Athlete Center School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Highest percentage of students of color, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for Kids Peace Athlete Center School?

The application deadline for Kids Peace Athlete Center School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 3/22/2024

Athlete Center School Has The Best Teachers And Crisis Staff of any school I have been in.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Timothy Brantner

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

Top Ranked PA School
School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 2-12
Enrollment: 183 students
Yearly Tuition: $45,000
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Lehigh County, PA is $10,346 for elementary schools and $16,763 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).