Hillcrest Educational Center鈥揃rookside is a rural Massachusetts special education school serving grades 3 through 12 in Pittsfield.
The school enrolls 26 students with a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 4:1, supported by 7 full鈥搕ime teachers.
Founded in 1985, the school operates as a nonsectarian program and is a member of a state or regional independent school association.
With 57.7% of students representing diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, Hillcrest Educational Center鈥揃rookside ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for diversity.
The school is located near other private schools in Pittsfield, including Miss Hall's School and Hillcrest Educational Foundation.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Hillcrest Educational Center - Brookside ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
Year Founded
1985
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
26 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
58%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Come Learn And Grow With Us!
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Hillcrest Educational Center - Brookside?
The application deadline for Hillcrest Educational Center - Brookside is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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