Beverly School For The Deaf in Beverly, MA is a nonsectarian special education school serving co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a suburban community.
Established in 1876, the school has a long–standing history as one of the oldest private special education institutions in Massachusetts.
The school enrolls 157 students with 70 in K–12, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 8:1 supported by 20 full–time teachers.
Approximately 20% of the student body reflects racial diversity, providing a racially varied learning environment.
Beverly School For The Deaf holds membership in the National Independent Private Schools Association and other school associations.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MA School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 157 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Beverly School For The Deaf ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1876
Student Body
Total Students
157 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beverly School For The Deaf's ranking?
Beverly School For The Deaf ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Beverly School For The Deaf?
The application deadline for Beverly School For The Deaf is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest preschool is Bright Horizons at Beverly Cummings Center (0.4 miles away)
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