Dawn Treader Christian School, Paterson NJ. K-8 with learning differences and ADD/ADHD support. 10:1 ratio, $5,000 tuition
Dawn Treader Christian School in Paterson, NJ is a K–8 Christian school serving 117 students with explicit support for learning differences and ADD/ADHD. The school maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 10:1 with an average class size of 13, creating a structured, manageable learning environment well-suited for students who benefit from individualized attention and smaller group instruction.
The school offers dedicated learning difference programs and ADD/ADHD support services integrated into its curriculum. Beyond academics, students access a diverse range of enrichment opportunities including STEM and coding clubs, robotics, arts and music programs, and competitive sports. The formal dress code and Christian values-based education provide additional structure that many families with special needs students find supportive.
Tuition is $5,000 per year, with 55% of students receiving financial aid to make enrollment more accessible. The school maintains rolling admissions with an 85% acceptance rate, and an 85-day summer program is available for $125. Contact Ms. Darby, the admissions director, at (973) 345-9830 or visit dawntreaderchristian.org for more information about enrollment and special education support options.
At a Glance
GradesKindergarten-8
Students117
Class Size13:1 ratio
Tuition$5,000
Fin. Aid55% receive aid
Est.1977
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1977 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $5,000 |
| Tuition Notes | Yearly cost |
| Total Students | 117 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 12 |
| Average Class Size | 13 |
| Grades Offered | Kindergarten-8 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Ms. Darby |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 85 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 55 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 95 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Basketball · Flag Football · Indoor Soccer · Soccer |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Coding Club · National Junior Honor Society · Robotics · Stem Club · Arts and Music Programs: · Choir |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) |
| Religious Affiliations | Christian |
| School Calendar | acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:91cf127e-a828-4071-9ff1-cdcb784f5ba5?viewer%21megaVerb=group-discover |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer Program Cost | $125 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |