Knight Childrens Center in Jamaica Plain, MA, serves 21 students from grades 2 through 9 in a nonsectarian, city鈥揵ased special education program.
The school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 3:1 with a total of 8 teachers supporting individualized instruction.
About 71% of students at Knight Childrens Center represent diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Knight Childrens Center is a co鈥揺ducational institution affiliated with other school associations and focuses on special education services.
The school is located in an urban setting and is among several private and special education options available in the Jamaica Plain area.
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
21 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
71%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
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 Knight Childrens Center?
The application deadline for Knight Childrens Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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