Aaron School is a K-12, coed, special education school that serves children who have been identified with learning challenges including speech and language delays, learning disabilities, sensory integration issues and attention deficits.' Aaron provides an enriched educational environment, integrating a traditional school curriculum with an individualized skill-building program that builds upon a student's strengths while addressing their challenges.' Classes are small with an excellent student/teacher ratio.' Certified therapists provide speech and language services and occupational therapy.' Aaron School is committed to a partnership of staff, parents and professionals, dedicated to the common goal of enabling each child to become a successful learner.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Yearly Tuition: $49,975
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
2002
Student Body
Total Students
168 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
53%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
12 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$49,975
Admissions Director
Linda Gardner
School Notes
- Traditional school curriculum that follows NY State Educational Standards
- Strengths based Special Ed Program for students with average to above average cognitive ability
- Small, structured classroom settings with a multi-sensory and multi-disciplinary approach to learning
- Students have challenges in the areas of language, auditory processing, attention, sensory integration, learning disabilities and executive functioning
- Aaron Elementary School has 10-12 students in a language based classroom
- Aaron Middle School has up to 15 students in a content focused, language based classroom
- Aaron High School has up to 15 students in a rigorous academic based classoom, designed in accordance with the National College Readiness Standards and the NY State Learning Standards.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Aaron School K - 12 cost?
Aaron School K - 12's tuition is approximately $49,975 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Aaron School K - 12?
The application deadline for Aaron School K - 12 is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
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45th Street - School closed (Lunar New Year)
January 29, 2025 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
5 6/2/2023
Highest recommendation! Visit, and you will see the many reasons why it's immediately clear that you will be entrusting your child to true educators. A place of both kindness and vision.
5 2/23/2019
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