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The Aquinas Institute of Rochester is a Catholic, private, college preparatory, co-educational school educating in the Basilian tradition. Our mission is to teach all students Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge, supported through gospel values, within a comprehensive curricular and co-curricular program that will prepare them to be responsible and caring citizens. Through world-class education, passionate staff, invaluable experiences, and meaningful relationships—all guided by gospel values—our students are: College Prepared. Life Ready.

At A Glance

  • 30+ Student Clubs
  • 85% Students Involved in After-School Activities
  • Community’s Choice Awards Winner –
    Best Private School
    2020-2025
  • 40+ Athletic Teams
  • 16 AP Courses
  • 9 Dual Credit Courses with MCC
  • 100% Graduation Rate
  • 15 Average Class Size
  • 12:1 Student/Teacher Ratio
  • 14.5M Merit Scholarships to Colleges (2023)
  • 100% College Acceptance Rate

Recent News

Aquinas Boxing Featured by NYFights.com Featured Photo

Aquinas Boxing Featured by NYFights.com

Thanks to an introduction from Aquinas alumnus Michael Compisi ’89, boxing writer Matthew Pomara captured the heart of what makes the Richard A. Corbett ’56 Boxing Program so special in his recent article, The Sweet Science Survives at the Aquinas Institute.
College Prepared. Life Ready.
College Prepared. Life Ready.