Cleary School For The Deaf

Cleary School is a private, state supported program that has served the Deaf community of Long Island since 1925.
Viewing all children as unique and individualized learners, we provide access to language, communication and learning for students from birth to 21 years of age, striving to prepare children who are deaf to become active and contributing members of society.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 66 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Student Body

Total Students
66 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
66%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Cleary School For The Deaf Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: To work collaboratively to build a safe, respectful environment focused on maximizing each student’s sense of well-being and equipping them with the tools needed for their future success.
  • Cleary School is a private, state supported program that has served the Deaf community of Long Island since 1925.
  • Viewing all children as unique and individualized learners, we provide access to language, communication and learning for students from birth to 21 years of age, striving to prepare children who are deaf to become active and contributing members of society.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Cleary School For The Deaf?
The application deadline for Cleary School For The Deaf is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 66 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Suffolk County, NY is $20,101 for elementary schools and $26,278 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Suffolk County, NY is 73% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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