The Westchester School is a New York State approved, non-public school that provides educational and therapeutic services to students from New York City, Westchester County, Long Island, and Connecticut.
The program provides services to students, ages 3-21, with the classifications of Autism, Intellectual Disability, Multiple Disabilities, Orthopedic Impairment, and Preschool Student with a Disability.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Inquire with school
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Acceptance rate: 75%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Inquire with school
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
199 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
85%
State avg.: 40%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Students are referred by their home school district.
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 85%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
School Notes
- The Westchester School is an ungraded, self-contained program with a student to staff ration of 12:1:4 in the school-aged classrooms and 10:1:2 in the preschool classrooms. The school provides Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, and Psychological Counseling as per each student's Individualized Education Plan (IEP). The majority of students enrolled in the school-aged program are diagnosed with cognitive impairments that preclude them from taking state exams. For this reason, the school's certified teachers create learning experiences that are relevant to each student's IEP and special emphasis is placed on functional academics, daily living skills, socialization, and pre-vocational skills. Teachers collaborate with therapists and administration to create a multidisciplinary approach when working towards realistic, yet challenging goals to motivate, without discouraging, students. In order to provide structured education for our students, the program utilizes components of the TEACCH model along with select components of ABA. In addition to the related services listed above, the school also has three full time behavior therapists and two full time nurses on staff.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Westchester School For Special Children?
The acceptance rate of Westchester School For Special Children is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 79%.
What sports does Westchester School For Special Children offer?
Westchester School For Special Children offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Swimming and Weightlifting.
When is the application deadline for Westchester School For Special Children?
The application deadline for Westchester School For Special Children is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Westchester School For Special Children located?
Westchester School For Special Children is located in the Getty Square neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 1 other private schools located in Getty Square.
School Reviews
5 3/14/2019
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