New York State School For The Blind serves 55 students in grades Nursery/Preschool, is a member of the Other associations(s) for exceptional children.
The student:teacher of New York State School For The Blind is 4:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked NY School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
New York State School For The Blind ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool
Year Founded
1865
Campus Size
50 acres
Student Body
Total Students
55 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 40%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: To achieve their highest level of independence
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New York State School For The Blind's ranking?
New York State School For The Blind ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for New York State School For The Blind?
The application deadline for New York State School For The Blind is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to New York State School For The Blind is Notre Dame High School (0.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Paul Lutheran School (0.4 miles away)
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St. Paul Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
31 Washington Ave
Batavia, NY 14020
(585) 343-0488
Batavia, NY 14020
(585) 343-0488
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 49 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Notre Dame High School
(Catholic)
73 Union St
Batavia, NY 14020
(585) 343-2783
Batavia, NY 14020
(585) 343-2783
0.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 220 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Joseph Regional School
(Catholic)
2 Summit St
Batavia, NY 14020
(585) 343-6154
Batavia, NY 14020
(585) 343-6154
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 209 students
St. Mary Elementary School
(Catholic)
40 Woodrow Road
Batavia, NY 14020
(585) 343-6866
Batavia, NY 14020
(585) 343-6866
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 81 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Orleans County Christian School![Orleans County Christian School Photo - Meet the Class of 2024! OCCS graduates an average of two students per year! We teach traditional methods and offer grades K-12. Our high schoolers are able to participate in our local Boces program and earn a certification in their chosen field as well as Genesee Community College's ACE program. We offer Music, Home Ec, Art, Technology, Theater.]( "Orleans County Christian School Photo - Meet the Class of 2024! OCCS graduates an average of two students per year! We teach traditional methods and offer grades K-12. Our high schoolers are able to participate in our local Boces program and earn a certification in their chosen field as well as Genesee Community College's ACE program. We offer Music, Home Ec, Art, Technology, Theater.")
(Christian)
5329 South Gravel Road
Medina, NY 14103
(585) 798-2992
Medina, NY 14103
(585) 798-2992
14.6 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 22 students Avg. class size: 5 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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