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Windward School

13 Windward Avenue, White Plains, NY, 10605-0106 -

School Notes Overview:

Windward is a coeducational, independent day school focused exclusively on helping students in grades 1-9 with language-based learning disabilities and dedicated to providing an excellent instructional program for children with language-based learning disabilities. The multisensory curriculum is designed for students of average to superior intelligence who can benefit from the unique educational experience provided. Through direct instruction in small class settings, a trained staff assists students to improve their language skills. Academic success, combined with opportunities for social and emotional growth, enables students to understand their learning styles, build confidence, and develop self-advocacy skills. Windward is committed to helping students achieve their full potential, in preparation for a successful return to mainstream educational environment. To meet these goals, the school provides ongoing training to its faculty based on the most current research, and also shares its expertise with the parent body, other educators, and the broader community....

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School Overview:

	Windward School
School Type	Special Education School
School Membership(s)	National Association of Independent Schools
Religious Affiliation	Nonsectarian
Grades Offered	Grades 1 - 9
County	Westchester County, NY
Student Body
Total Students	412 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(NY) School Avg.
% Students of Color	6%	22%
Students by Grade
	Grade 1 - 12 students
	Grade 2 - 36 students
	Grade 3 - 60 students
	Grade 4 - 76 students
	Grade 5 - 49 students
	Grade 6 - 67 students
	Grade 7 - 61 students
	Grade 8 - 39 students
	Grade 9 - 12 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	135 teachers
	This School	(NY) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:3	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	170 days	180 days
Hours in School Day for Students	6 hours	6 hours

School Notes:

Windward is a coeducational, independent day school focused exclusively on helping students in grades 1-9 with language-based learning disabilities and dedicated to providing an excellent instructional program for children with language-based learning disabilities. The multisensory curriculum is designed for students of average to superior intelligence who can benefit from the unique educational experience provided. Through direct instruction in small class settings, a trained staff assists students to improve their language skills. Academic success, combined with opportunities for social and emotional growth, enables students to understand their learning styles, build confidence, and develop self-advocacy skills. Windward is committed to helping students achieve their full potential, in preparation for a successful return to mainstream educational environment. To meet these goals, the school provides ongoing training to its faculty based on the most current research, and also shares its expertise with the parent body, other educators, and the broader community.
Profile last updated: 03/08/2007

School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (10605)	School Zip (10605)	(NY) State Average
Population (Approximate)	17,414 people	18,975,234 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	61%	32%
Population Average Age	42 years old	35 years old
Average Household size	2.5 persons	2.5 persons
Median Household Income	$83,587	$44,151
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	6.3 rooms	4.4 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	55 years old	58 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	76% / 24%	41% / 59%