Needs Improvement
#4321 of 4,742 schools in NY
New York State School for the Blind
School · NEW YORK STATE SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND
2A RICHMOND AVE, Batavia, NY 14020
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
3.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
3.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,321 of 4,742
In Batavia
#4 of 5
public schools
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New York State School for the Blind
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About New York State School for the Blind
New York State School for the Blind is a public school in Batavia, NY, part of NEW YORK STATE SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND. New York State School for the Blind serves approximately 48 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 3.4:1 student-teacher ratio. New York State School for the Blind has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,321 of 4,742 schools in NY.
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 48 students, New York State School for the Blind is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 3.4:1 students to teachers, New York State School for the Blind sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
58% of students at New York State School for the Blind were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How New York State School for the Blind Compares
See how New York State School for the Blind performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2A RICHMOND AVE, Batavia, NY 14020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New York State School for the Blind may also want to explore other schools in the area. ATTICA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Attica), which scores notably higher. Another option is PEMBROKE PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby East Pembroke), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BATAVIA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Batavia, see our Batavia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Batavia | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| BATAVIA HIGH SCHOOL Batavia | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| ST JOSEPH REGIONAL SCHOOL Batavia | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| BATAVIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Batavia | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Batavia | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| JOHN KENNEDY SCHOOL Batavia | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| JACKSON SCHOOL Batavia | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| ELBA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elba | 4.8 mi | 5.6 |
| ELBA JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Elba | 4.8 mi | 5.1 |
| OAKFIELD-ALABAMA MIDDLE SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Oakfield | 6.7 mi | 7.5 |
| OAKFIELD-ALABAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakfield | 6.8 mi | 6.0 |
| ALEXANDER MIDDLE SCHOOL-HIGH SCHOOL Alexander | 8.2 mi | 5.4 |
| PEMBROKE PRIMARY SCHOOL East Pembroke | 6.6 mi | 7.6 |
| ALEXANDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alexander | 8.4 mi | 5.5 |
| ATTICA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Attica | 10.8 mi | 6.8 |
| ATTICA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Attica | 10.8 mi | 8.1 |
| ATTICA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Attica | 10.8 mi | 5.1 |
| GENESEE VALLEY BOCES Le Roy | 9.6 mi | 5.7 |
| BYRON-BERGEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bergen | 10.3 mi | 4.5 |
| BYRON-BERGEN JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bergen | 10.4 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,834
Median Home Value
$148,100
Median Rent
$915/mo
Population
22,209
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
43.4
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| OHR VDAAS/ROCKLAND INSTITUTE FOR SPECIAL ED Chestnut Ridge, NY | 4.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New York State School for the Blind
What grades does New York State School for the Blind serve?
New York State School for the Blind serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend New York State School for the Blind?
New York State School for the Blind has an enrollment of approximately 48 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New York State School for the Blind?
The student-teacher ratio at New York State School for the Blind is 3.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New York State School for the Blind rank in NY?
New York State School for the Blind ranks #4,321 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is New York State School for the Blind's MySchoolScout rating?
New York State School for the Blind has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is New York State School for the Blind a charter school?
No, New York State School for the Blind is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New York State School for the Blind a Title I school?
No, New York State School for the Blind is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New York State School for the Blind?
93.8% of students at New York State School for the Blind qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 48
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.8%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Genesee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.3%
- Phone
- (585) 343-5384
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK STATE SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND- District Enrollment
- 47
- Schools in District
- 1
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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