The Concept School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked PA School
School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 32 students
Yearly Tuition: $42,500
Acceptance rate: 60%
Average class size: 4 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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School Rankings

The Concept School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Facts

School Type

Special Education School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 6-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Concept School
6	1
7	2
8	2
9	4
10	6
11	9
12	8

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Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

multiple

Year Founded

1972

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

Campus Size

10 acres

School Motto

Transform the lives of middle and high school students who learn differently by creating a safe and nurturing educational environment where every student is welcomed, accepted, and becomes their authentic self.

Student Body

Total Students

32 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 27%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

3:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

60%

Average Class Size

4 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Number of AP Courses

1 course

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$42,500

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Tuition Notes

Registration fee is $350.00 (non-refundable)

Summer Program Cost

$450

Summer Program Cost Notes

Cost about is per week for three days a week.

Acceptance Rate

60%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

30%

Admissions Director

William M Bennett

Admissions Associate

Julia Kelly

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School Notes

The Concept School is a small, independent, college-preparatory school with an educational program for promising students attending grades 6-12.
Our supportive, caring, and dedicated staff provides a structured environment and state accredited curriculum to prepare children for post-secondary programs.
Students participate in small classes with a teacher-student ratio of one to four.
We educate each student according to their identified strengths and interests.
The Concept School provides small classes and the support of a close knit community to: guide students in the development of their unique abilities and talents, encourage students to work independently with a personal commitment to academic achievement, offer students the opportunities for the exploration of new ideas and approaches to accomplish their goals.

Middle school students in grades 6-8 follow the curriculum guidelines for the state of Pennsylvania, but are also enriched with study skills, organization, written expression and an emphasis on reading comprehension for each subject studied. The skills taught in middle school continue through secondary classes with an emphasis on critical thinking, understanding themselves as learners while using technology as a tool throughout classes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Concept School cost?

The Concept School's tuition is approximately $42,500 for private students and $450 for summer students.

What is the acceptance rate of The Concept School?

The acceptance rate of The Concept School is 60%, which is lower than the national average of 81%. The Concept School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Pennsylvania with low acceptance rates.

What is The Concept School's ranking?

The Concept School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Lowest average acceptance rates.

When is the application deadline for The Concept School?

The application deadline for The Concept School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Chester County, PA is $23,751 for elementary schools and $33,028 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Chester County, PA is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).