MINER SCHOOL

Miner School is a public high school that is part of the NW Suburban Spec Educ Org school district, located in Arlington Heights, IL with about 92 students. With about 18 teachers, Miner School has a student/teacher ratio of about 5:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Miner School, located in Arlington Heights, Illinois, is a specialized educational facility operated by the Northwest Suburban Special Education Organization (NSSEO). The school serves students with significant developmental, physical, and sensory disabilities, typically ranging from early childhood through age 22. Its primary mission is to provide a highly supportive, therapeutic environment where students can access a functional, standards-based curriculum tailored to their individual needs, focusing on communication, self-care, social-emotional growth, and independent living skills.

The school is renowned for its interdisciplinary approach, integrating a wide range of clinical and therapeutic services directly into the educational day. Students have access to a robust support staff, including physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and nursing personnel, all of whom work in tandem with special education teachers. By utilizing state-of-the-art sensory equipment and adaptive technology, Miner School strives to maximize each student's potential and foster community integration, ensuring that every learner is empowered to participate in their environment as independently as possible.

For more information, contact Miner School at (847) 463-8400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.