ChooseAPrivateSchool.com Español

Lexington School for the Deaf

Special education school · Grades Pre-K–12

East Elmhurst, NY

2526 75th St, East Elmhurst, NY 11370

Overall grade: B+

ChooseAPrivateSchool.com grade, from official facts compared with similar schools.

  • A-Class size
  • B-College-going
  • A-Years serving families
  • ADiversity

What stands out

  • Small classes: about 5 students per teacher
  • Serving families in East Elmhurst since at least 2011
  • One school from pre-K through 12th grade

In East Elmhurst, New York, Lexington School for the Deaf is a special education school for students from pre-K through 12th grade. About 198 students attend, with roughly 5 students per teacher. It has been listed in official private school records since 2011–12. The school day runs about 6.5 hours, 182 days a year.

At a glance

Grades
Grades Pre-K–12
Students
198
Teachers
39.6 (full-time equivalent)
Students per teacher
5
Boys and girls
Coed · 79 girls, 119 boys
Religious affiliation
None (nonsectarian)
Program
Special education
School day
About 6.5 hours
School year
182 days
Graduates going to 4-year colleges
About 0% (the school's estimate for the class before the survey)
Library
Yes

Reviews

Be the first to share what you love about Lexington School for the Deaf.

    How it compares

    • Larger than 85% of special education schools in New York.
    • Compared with 89 special education schools in New York.

    Students by survey year

    284’11–12267’13–14234’15–16260’17–18250’19–20238’21–22198’23–24

    Total students reported in official records since 2011–12.

    Students by grade

    Ungraded22
    Pre-K15
    K8
    18
    28
    34
    413
    511
    611
    79
    810
    920
    1025
    1131
    1218

    Student body

    Hispanic or Latino51%
    Asian19%
    Black19%
    White7%
    Two or more races5%

    Questions to ask on a tour

    • What is tuition, and what does it include (books, fees, uniforms, trips)?
    • Do you offer financial aid, sibling discounts or payment plans?
    • Do you accept ESA, voucher or tax-credit scholarship funds?
    • How big are classes in my child's grade?
    • What support is there for students who need extra help or more challenge?
    • Is the school accredited, and by whom?
    • What do a typical day and a typical week look like?
    • How does the school communicate with families?

    More questions to ask →

    Questions about Lexington School for the Deaf

    What grades does Lexington School for the Deaf serve?

    Lexington School for the Deaf serves grades Pre-K–12.

    How many students attend Lexington School for the Deaf?

    About 198 students, with 5 students per teacher, according to official records.

    How much is tuition at Lexington School for the Deaf?

    Call the school to ask about tuition, financial aid and payment plans.

    Official record · Updated October 2026 · Official search · Something wrong? Tell us

    Other private schools nearby

    Our Lady of Fatima School

    Diocesan school · Grades Pre-K–8

    A Catholic school in East Elmhurst

    East Elmhurst, NY0.3 mi

    B-Overall grade205 students16 students per teacher

    Garden School

    Independent school · Grades Pre-K–12

    100% of graduates go to four-year colleges

    Jackson Heights, NY0.5 mi

    AOverall grade232 students6 students per teacher

    El Ber Islamic School

    Islamic school · Grades Pre-K–2

    A private school in Astoria

    Astoria, NY0.7 mi

    28 students9 students per teacher

    St. Joan of Arc Elementary School

    Diocesan school · Grades Pre-K–8

    Serving families in Jackson Heights since at least 2011

    Jackson Heights, NY0.8 mi

    B+Overall grade173 students14 students per teacher

    St. Joseph Catholic Academy

    Parish school · Grades Pre-K–8

    A Catholic school in Long Island City

    Long Island City, NY0.9 mi

    B+Overall grade272 students13 students per teacher