Alexander was founded in 1888 in Charlotte as a women and children's rescue mission.
In 1945, the agency began transitioning to serve children with emotional and behavioral problems.
Alexander serves North Carolina children ages 5-18. Children served in residential programs come from nearly three quarters of the counties in North Carolina.
Alexander provides a comprehensive array of children's behavioral healthcare services in four basic categories: outpatient, day treatment, residential, and community-based services.
Children ages 5 to 18 are referred to Alexander from North Carolina’s Area Mental Health programs, hospitals, physicians, parents, schools, county departments of social services and from the state’s juvenile justice system.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 1-7
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Alexander Youth Network ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-7
Student Body
Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
56%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Alexander was founded in 1888 in Charlotte as a women and children's rescue mission. In 1945, the agency began transitioning to serve children with emotional and behavioral problems. Alexander serves North Carolina children ages 5-18. Children served in residential programs come from nearly three quarters of the counties in North Carolina. Alexander provides a comprehensive array of children's behavioral healthcare services in three basic categories: outpatient, residential, and community-based services. Children ages 5 to 18 are referred to Alexander from North Carolina’s Area Mental Health programs, hospitals, physicians, parents, schools, county departments of social services and from the state’s juvenile justice system.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Alexander Youth Network?
The application deadline for Alexander Youth Network is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Alexander Youth Network located?
Alexander Youth Network is located in the Stonehaven neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other private schools located in Stonehaven.
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