Alpha School is opened its doors for the first time in September of 1980.
The mission of Alpha School is to provide a safe and nurturing educational environment dedicated to the vision that individuals with disabling conditions are entitled to a full and meaningful life.
The school seeks to empower each student with skills for life, work and recreation, believing that every individual possesses the dignity and potential to contribute to a better world.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
44 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Alpha School?
The application deadline for Alpha School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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