Girls and Boys Town, the original Father Flanagan's Boys' Home, is a leader in the treatment and care of abused, abandoned and neglected girls and boys.
Throughout its nearly 90-year history, the nonprofit, nonsectarian organization has provided these children with a safe, caring, loving environment where they gain confidence to get better and learn skills to become productive citizens.
Our mission is to change the way America cares for her children and families.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Year Founded
1917
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
65 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
32%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
- Girls and Boys Town, the original Father Flanagan's Boys' Home, is a leader in the treatment and care of abused, abandoned and neglected girls and boys. Throughout its nearly 90-year history, the nonprofit, nonsectarian organization has provided these children with a safe, caring, loving environment where they gain confidence to get better and learn skills to become productive citizens. Our mission is to change the way America cares for her children and families.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Darryl Strawberry, Former MLB Player
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Wegner School?
Wegner School famous alumni include: Darryl Strawberry, Former MLB Player.
When is the application deadline for Wegner School?
The application deadline for Wegner School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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