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The Gow School

2491 Emery Road South Wales, NY 14139

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Yearly Tuition: $79,500
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 4 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
The Gow School Photo #1 - Students outside of Main Building
The Gow School Photo #2 - Students working on their Battlebot. Now, students get to use the new CNC Milling Machine to manufacture parts.
The Gow School Photo #3
The Gow School Photo #4 - Student working on her self portrait in art class
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The Gow School Photo #6 - Students enjoying themselves outside on one of our two outdoor sport courts
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The Gow School Photo #8 - Basketball in the Robert Garcia Gymnasium
The Gow School Photo #9 - Dining Hall (flags represent the 26 countries that students come from)
The Gow School Photo #10 - The Gow School Summer Program...5 week program in the summer involving academics and fun.
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Yearly Tuition: $79,500
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 4 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

The Gow School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia/ Dyscalculia/ APD/ CAPD/ Executive Function
Year Founded
1926
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Campus Size
125 acres
School Motto
Hope with Action

Student Body

Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
4 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
uniform
List of Courses Offered

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Day students tuition is $59500 Boarding students tuition is $79500
Summer Program Cost
$9,700
Summer Program Cost Notes
Full day (8 am–5 pm) - $6,900* Academic day (8 am–1:00 pm) - $6200*
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Todd Avis
Application URL
Endowment Size
$27 million

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Book ClubCulture Committee
Engineering ClubOperation Hope
Yearbook Club

School Notes

  • The nation's oldest college preparatory boarding school for students (grades 6-12) diagnosed with dyslexia or similar language based learning disabilities.
  • The technology rich curriculum focuses on language development and study skills.
  • Remediation is offered through the reconstructive language program, a multi-sensory phonetic based approach.
  • The school offers a full athletic and fine arts program that complement the areas of giftedness of the dyslexic/learning different student.
  • The coed Gow Summer Program serves boarding and day students ages 8-16 in a balanced academic and recreational camp program.
  • WISC-IV or similiar education psychological assessment less that three years old.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Gow School cost?
The Gow School's tuition is approximately $79,500 for private students and $9,700 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Gow School?
The acceptance rate of The Gow School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 76%.
Does The Gow School offer a summer program?
Yes, The Gow School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.
What sports does The Gow School offer?
The Gow School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Intramural Sports Only, Lacrosse, Snowboarding, Soccer, Squash, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. The Gow School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New York for most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for The Gow School?
The application deadline for The Gow School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (5 reviews)
5  
Gow is a wonderful choice for small classes and focused education for kids with learning differences. My daughter loves the 1:1 interaction with her teachers and the caring community. She has developed both her academic skills and her independence over the past four years and is ready to tackle university next year!
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5  
The Gow school has provided a life-changing experience for our sons. We reviewed and visited a number of different schools for students with language-based learning differences and are pleased we found Gow. It provided the social, safe, and caring environment as well as the academic support and rigor our son needed. After graduating from Gow, he was ready for college and has been successful in applying the tools and learning strategies he received at Gow. Our second son is now also attending Gow and in just a few months he's become a happy and confident student who I'm sure will thrive just like his older brother once he graduates from Gow. The campus, teachers, administrators, and ground crew provide a truly wonderful and nurturing community that you expect from a small boarding school like Gow. There are plenty of opportunities (sports, clubs, outings) for students can join for fun outside of the academic program. All in all, Gow came through on their promise to ensure my kids would succeed academically and thrive as young adults.
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5  
The Gow School was life-changing for our family. We have one Gow graduate and a current student. At Gow they approach every student holistically--providing academics that are rigorous and evidence-based, addressing each individual's social-emotional needs, and supporting each student in developing their character. As a school that serves students with Dyslexia and language-based learning differences, Gow provides the gold standard in reading instruction. Their founder was a contemporary of Orton and Gillingham and his methods informed their work. In addition to this proven method for reading and spelling instruction, Gow instructs students in the use of assistive technology according to their individual needs. My Gow graduate was well-prepared for college and thrived there. I can't say enough about the Gow staff and administration, each one is passionate, caring, and professional--truly exemplary and always striving to improve. Every child deserves a school like Gow!
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5  
My Gow experience was amazing and I would highly recommend this school to anyone struggling with dyslexia. The staff is top-notch and I made some lifelong friends...
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5  
Gow is an amazing place for mission-appropriate students! The way they teach language is like a miracle and a breath of fresh air for kids who have tried their local, or other solutions. This is worth every penny! My son is now at a great college with a great future, and it was not on that track before Gow. He played on the ski team and loved it. The most valuable thing he takes into his future is the relationship with extraordinary teachers who really care and are dedicated so much to making him successful. Go visit Gow. It is worth it for your kid's future!
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The average private school tuition in Erie County, NY is $12,986 for elementary schools and $15,419 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Erie County, NY is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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