Tuition-free Bronx, NY school specializing in language and literacy for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students
St. Joseph's School for the Deaf is a non-sectarian, tuition-free educational program in the Bronx, NY, specifically designed for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students. Serving grades Nursery/Preschool through 8th grade, the school provides a language and literacy-rich environment focused on developing strong readers, writers, and effective communicators. The program is offered year-round as a 12-month educational experience.
The school offers a highly specialized learning environment with an average class size of just 6 students and a faculty where 95% of teachers hold advanced degrees. Beyond core academics, the school provides on-site related services, evaluators, and access to assistive technology to support diverse learning needs. Specialized supports are also available for students with learning differences and ADD/ADHD.
St. Joseph's fosters a diverse and inclusive community, with a student body that is 99% students of color. The curriculum and social programs are designed to prepare students for long-term success in high school, college, the workforce, and the broader community. Admissions are handled on a rolling basis, and the school also offers summer school programming.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
GradesNursery/Preschool-8
Students58
Class Size6:1 ratio
Est.1869
DeadlineNone / Rolling
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1869 |
| Total Students | 58 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 17 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 95 |
| Average Class Size | 6 |
| Grades Offered | Nursery/Preschool-8 |
Admissions Information
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 80 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 99 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
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