Pillar High School is a special education school in Livingston, NJ, specializing in autism, learning differences, and transition services.
Pillar High School (formerly Horizon High School) provides a specialized, functional approach to learning for students in grades 8-12. The school utilizes a transdisciplinary, collaborative model that integrates teaching with therapy services to meet the unique abilities of each student. The curriculum is specifically designed to support students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, learning differences, and ADD/ADHD, focusing on both academic and life skills.
The educational program combines Common Core Standards with specialized instruction in Language Arts, Math, and Science, supported by assistive technology such as adapted computers, interactive whiteboards, and iPads. Beyond academics, the school emphasizes activities of daily living—including feeding, toileting, and peer interaction—as vital opportunities for growth. The program also focuses on community integration and job training to prepare students for a successful transition to adulthood.
Pillar High School offers a small, supportive environment with an average class size of 8 students. While the school is nonsectarian, it is highly accessible as local school districts often cover tuition. Admissions are handled on a rolling basis, and the school is a member of the New Jersey Association of Independent Schools and ASAH Private Special Education.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
Grades8-12
Students77
Class Size8:1 ratio
Est.1953
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools
New Jersey Association of Independent Schools, ASAH Private Special Education
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1953 |
| Tuition Notes | $0 - local school district covers tuition. |
| Total Students | 77 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 10 |
| Average Class Size | 8 |
| Grades Offered | 8-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 95 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 51 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
Autism Spectrum
Additional Information
| School Memberships | Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools · New Jersey Association of Independent Schools · ASAH Private Special Education |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | pillarschoolsnj.org/events_calendar/high-school-calendar |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
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