Willie Ross School For The Deaf in Longmeadow, MA serves 66 students from preschool through 12th grade in a suburban community setting.
The nonsectarian special education school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 with 12 teachers on staff.
Founded in 1967, the school offers co–ed programs designed for students with hearing impairments.
With 67.9% of its students representing students of color, Willie Ross School For The Deaf ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for diversity.
The school is a member of multiple associations for exceptional children and special emphasis groups.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Willie Ross School For The Deaf ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
66 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
68%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Willie Ross School For The Deaf?
The application deadline for Willie Ross School For The Deaf is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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