Specialized high school program in Harwood, MD serving 9-12 graders with significant support needs and 3:1 student-teacher ratio
Kennedy Krieger At Southern High School is a specialized program designed for high school students (grades 9-12) with significant support needs. Located in Harwood, Maryland, the school has been serving students since 1968, offering a structured and supportive learning environment tailored to students with complex disabilities and learning differences. With only 15 students enrolled, the program ensures personalized attention and individualized instruction.
The school maintains an exceptionally low student-to-teacher ratio of 3:1, allowing for close monitoring and tailored support for each student's IEP goals. This small cohort size enables teachers and staff to build strong relationships with students and families, providing flexibility to meet therapeutic and educational requirements. The program emphasizes personalized educational planning and a highly structured setting that supports students with significant learning challenges.
Enrollment is on a rolling basis with a 93% acceptance rate for qualifying students. Families seeking specialized high school education for students with significant support needs can contact the school directly at (443) 923-7800 or visit southernhigh.org for more information about admissions, tuition, and the enrollment process.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
Grades9-12
Students15
Class Size1000:1 ratio
Est.1968
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Other school association(s)
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1968 |
| Total Students | 15 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 5 |
| Average Class Size | 1000 |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 93 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 27 |
Additional Information
| School Memberships | Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
Contact the school
(443) 923-78004400 Solomons Island Rd Room E-207, Harwood, Maryland 20776
southernhigh.org