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WELCOME TO AQUINAS
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
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100% Graduation Rate
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15 Average Class Size
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12:1 Student/Teacher Ratio
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14.5M Merit Scholarships to Colleges (2023)
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100% College Acceptance Rate
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30+ Student Clubs
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85% Students Involved in After-School Activities
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Community’s Choice Awards Winner –
Best Private School 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 -
40+ Athletic Teams
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16 AP Courses
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9 Dual Credit Courses with MCC
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100% Graduation Rate
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15 Average Class Size
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12:1 Student/Teacher Ratio
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14.5M Merit Scholarships to Colleges (2023)
-
100% College Acceptance Rate
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30+ Student Clubs
-
85% Students Involved in After-School Activities
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Community’s Choice Awards Winner –
Best Private School 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 -
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
The Black Lion Award: A Legacy of Courage, Leadership, and Selflessness
Honoring Major Don Holleder ’52, All-American, the Man Who Inspired the Black Lion Award
Aquinas Institute Theatre Presents: Hadestown, Teen Edition
Enjoy a spellbinding musical that weaves together ancient myths with a modern, soulful twist!
It's Officially Shamrock Week!
Shamrock Week is a week-long fundraiser that directly supports the Aquinas Fund which provides support for financial aid, faculty/staff, the arts, athletics, and more. Together, we can make an Aquinas education possible and affordable for families for the next 100 years!
Class of 2025 Collegiate Athlete Celebration
Aquinas Celebrates 25 Senior Student-Athletes Continuing to Compete in College.
Aquinas Welcomes Back Wayne Zian as Head Varsity Volleyball Coach
Zian Returns with passion and experience to mentor and motivate our AQ volleyball athletes!
The Black Lion Award: A Legacy of Courage, Leadership, and Selflessness
Honoring Major Don Holleder ’52, All-American, the Man Who Inspired the Black Lion Award
Aquinas Institute Theatre Presents: Hadestown, Teen Edition
Enjoy a spellbinding musical that weaves together ancient myths with a modern, soulful twist!
It's Officially Shamrock Week!
Shamrock Week is a week-long fundraiser that directly supports the Aquinas Fund which provides support for financial aid, faculty/staff, the arts, athletics, and more. Together, we can make an Aquinas education possible and affordable for families for the next 100 years!
Class of 2025 Collegiate Athlete Celebration
Aquinas Celebrates 25 Senior Student-Athletes Continuing to Compete in College.
Aquinas Welcomes Back Wayne Zian as Head Varsity Volleyball Coach
Zian Returns with passion and experience to mentor and motivate our AQ volleyball athletes!
The Black Lion Award: A Legacy of Courage, Leadership, and Selflessness
Honoring Major Don Holleder ’52, All-American, the Man Who Inspired the Black Lion Award
Aquinas Institute Theatre Presents: Hadestown, Teen Edition
Enjoy a spellbinding musical that weaves together ancient myths with a modern, soulful twist!
It's Officially Shamrock Week!
Shamrock Week is a week-long fundraiser that directly supports the Aquinas Fund which provides support for financial aid, faculty/staff, the arts, athletics, and more. Together, we can make an Aquinas education possible and affordable for families for the next 100 years!
College Prepared. Life Ready.