About the School
- Knight Childrens Center in Jamaica Plain, MA, serves 21 students from grades 2 through 9 in a nonsectarian, city–based special education program.
- The school maintains a student–teacher 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–educational 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 Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-9
Students By Grade
Student Body
Total Students
21 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
71%
State avg.: 32%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.:
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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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