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Wayside Academy

1 Frederick Abbott Way Framingham, MA 01701

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 25 students
  • Average class size: 7 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 25 students
  • Average class size: 7 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Specific Learning Impairments, Non Verbal Learning Disabilities
Year Founded
1977
Summer School Offered
Yes
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School Motto
Empowering children, young adults and families to achieve greater independence and emotional well-being.

Student Body

Total Students
25 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
28%
State avg.: 31%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
7 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Phillip Ekberg Principal, Special Education Director
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Sports

Total Sports Offered
7 sports

School Notes

  • Wayside is dedicated to achieving the highest standards of quality and integrity in providing cutting edge education for youth which continue to struggle emotionally and academically.
  • Through partnerships with family/guardians, certified special educators and licensed clinicians, Wayside Academy effectively addresses the complex needs of youth.
  • Wayside Academy has demonstrated a strong success rate with MCAS achievement, stabilization of the learning process, credit acceleration, much improved student self esteem and commitment to learning.
  • Our success comes through a blend of family support, emphasis on strength in social pragmatics, and strong educational services for building strength, hope and resiliency in youth, families and communities.
  • Wayside Academy is an approved special education school for young adults, grades 5-12, who require therapeutic support in order to achieve. Wayside Academy also provides a Work Study program so students can generalize their social pragmatics in more realistic situation, yet receiving the coaching, guidance and support for immediate success.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Wayside Academy often compared to?
Wayside Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Brandon School & Residental Treatment by visitors of our site.
What sports does Wayside Academy offer?
Wayside Academy offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Dance, Flag Football, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Wayside Academy?
The application deadline for Wayside Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Framingham, MA is $16,073 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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