The Norman Howard School (NHS) is an independent co-educational day school that offers a small, structured and supportive learning environment with full access to the general education curriculum. Our setting provides a quality education program for students in grades 5-12 with special learning needs including those with classifications of Learning Disability, Other Health Impairment, Speech and Language Impairment, or Autism. Candidates for admission require an academic program and do not require significant behavioral and/or communication interventions.

Quick Stats (2023)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 5-12
  • Enrollment: 99 students
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1980

Student Body

Total Students
99 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
The Norman Howard School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
There is a standardized dress code.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Please contact Julie Murray to discuss tuition options.
Admissions Director
Julie Murray

School Notes

  • In addition to our classroom teachers we also have the following individuals on staff:
  • 11 Teacher Assistants
  • 1 School Nurse
  • 2 Speech & Language Pathologists
  • 2 Social Workers
  • 1 Transition Counselor
Source: Verified school update

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When is the application deadline for The Norman Howard School?

The application deadline for The Norman Howard School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2023)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 5-12
  • Enrollment: 99 students
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Rochester, NY is $6,195 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Rochester, NY is 92% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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