HORACE MANN SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF

Horace Mann School for the Deaf is a Title I public school that is part of the Boston school district, located in Allston, MA with about 84 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 35 teachers, Horace Mann School for the Deaf has a student/teacher ratio of about 2:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Horace Mann School for the Deaf, located in Allston, Massachusetts, is a specialized educational institution operating under the umbrella of the Boston Public Schools district. As a state-approved day program, it serves students who are deaf or hard of hearing from preschool through grade 12. The school is distinguished by its commitment to bilingual education, typically utilizing American Sign Language (ASL) and English to ensure that students have full, equitable access to a rigorous academic curriculum that meets Massachusetts state standards.

Beyond its academic offerings, the Horace Mann School fosters a supportive, identity-affirming environment where students can develop strong social-emotional skills and a sense of belonging within the Deaf community. By integrating specialized support services—such as speech-language pathology and audiological support—with a robust mainstream-style educational experience, the school empowers its students to become self-advocates and prepares them for successful transitions into higher education, vocational training, or the workforce.

For more information, contact Horace Mann School for the Deaf at (617) 635-8534 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.