Kolburne School in Great Barrington, MA, serves 64 students in grades 4 through 12 within a rural, nonsectarian special education program.
The school has a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 4:1, supported by 16 faculty members, enabling small group instruction.
Approximately 50 percent of the student body identifies as students of color, reflecting diversity within the enrollment.
As a co鈥揺ducational school, Kolburne provides specialized education services in a rural community setting.
Kolburne School is a member of other school associations and operates alongside several other private schools in the Berkshires region.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Student Body
Total Students
64 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Kolburne School?
The application deadline for Kolburne School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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