Rochester School For The Deaf in Rochester, NY serves 136 students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a nonsectarian, city–based setting.
Established in 1876, the school is one of the oldest private educational institutions in the state of New York.
The school maintains a low student–teacher ratio of 5:1 with 25 teachers supporting a predominantly special education program.
Approximately 39% of the student body represents diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, reflecting community diversity.
Rochester School For The Deaf is part of a midsize urban neighborhood and is affiliated with other school associations.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NY School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Rochester School For The Deaf 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.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1876
Colors
Navy blue and Orange
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
136 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
39%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Building Futures Since 1876
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rochester School For The Deaf's ranking?
Rochester School For The Deaf ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Rochester School For The Deaf?
The application deadline for Rochester School For The Deaf is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Rochester School For The Deaf located?
Rochester School For The Deaf is located in the Group 14621 neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 1 other private schools located in Group 14621.
School Calendar
View the Rochester School For The Deaf yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Students' Last Day of School!
June 25, 2026 (Thursday)
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Rochester School For The Deaf is Aquinas Institute (0.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Nazareth Elementary School (0.7 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Aquinas Institute
(Catholic)
1127 Dewey Ave
Rochester, NY 14613
(585) 254-2020
Rochester, NY 14613
(585) 254-2020
0.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 705 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 26 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Nazareth Elementary School![Nazareth Elementary School Photo - Faith, Love & Learning Thrive at Nazareth Elementary! This photo of our entire student body and dedicated staff was taken during our celebration of Catholic Schools Week 2023.]( "Nazareth Elementary School Photo - Faith, Love & Learning Thrive at Nazareth Elementary! This photo of our entire student body and dedicated staff was taken during our celebration of Catholic Schools Week 2023.")
(Catholic)
311 Flower City Park
Rochester, NY 14615
(585) 458-3786
Rochester, NY 14615
(585) 458-3786
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 129 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Northside Christian Academy
(Church of Christ)
640 Hudson Avenue
Rochester, NY 14621
(585) 266-3140
Rochester, NY 14621
(585) 266-3140
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 24 students
Bishop Kearney High School
(Catholic)
125 Kings Hwy S
Rochester, NY 14617
(585) 342-4000
Rochester, NY 14617
(585) 342-4000
2.6 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 347 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Derech Hatorah Of Rochester
(Jewish)
125 Kings Hwy S
Rochester, NY 14617
(585) 266-2920
Rochester, NY 14617
(585) 266-2920
2.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 120 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
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