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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.

30+ Student Clubs
85% Students Involved in After-School Activities
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

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Nov 5

Welcome In Wednesday

Time: 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM

Nov 5

Maplewood Association Meeting

Time: 7 PM – 8 PM

Nov 6

"E" Schedule

Nov 6

Senior Retreat

Location: Camp Stella Maris

Nov 6

Fall Play - Little Women

Time: 7 PM – 9 PM

Location: Thomas F. Bell '57 Auditorium

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Recent News

2025 Section V Champions in Girls Soccer and Cheerleading!

Next up, States...

Join Us for Our Fall Open House on Sunday, November 2!

We welcome families of prospective students to take a tour of campus and learn more about our faith-based college prep curriculum, state-of-the-art facilities, award-winning fine arts and athletic programs, and so much more.