St. Rita School For The Deaf is a Catholic PreK-12 school in Cincinnati, OH, specializing in comprehensive communication for deaf students.
St. Rita School For The Deaf is a Catholic day and residential program in Cincinnati, OH, dedicated to serving infants through 12th-grade students who require specialized communication methods and technological support. The school provides a safe, value-oriented environment designed to foster the educational, social, and spiritual development of every child.
The school utilizes a "Comprehensive Communication" philosophy, recognizing that every student has a unique way of learning. This approach provides students with a wide range of stimuli for human interaction, including sign language, lip-reading, assistive listening devices, visual aids, and specialized technology. By allowing students and teachers to choose the communication method that works best for the individual, the school promotes an accepting and positive classroom environment focused on academic success.
With an average class size of just 6 students and a staff of 24 teachers, St. Rita offers highly personalized instruction. The school is a co-educational institution that offers financial aid to 85% of its students, ensuring that specialized resources are accessible to more families. Admissions are handled on a rolling basis for their PreK-12 programs.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
GradesPrekindergarten-12
Students135
Class Size6:1 ratio
Fin. Aid85% receive aid
Est.1915
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other religious school association(s), Other associations(s) for exceptional children
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1915 |
| Total Students | 135 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 24 |
| Average Class Size | 6 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 85 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 34 |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) · Other religious school association(s) · Other associations(s) for exceptional children |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
| School Calendar | www.srsdeaf.org/protected/MasterCalendar.aspx |
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