John A Coleman School in Yonkers, NY is a nonsectarian special education school serving 138 students in a suburban, large–community setting.
The school offers a preschool program with a student–teacher ratio of 8:1 supported by 17 teachers.
Approximately 80 percent of the student body identifies as students of color, reflecting the school's diverse enrollment.
John A Coleman School is located in northwest Yonkers and maintains memberships with the National Association for the Education of Young Children and other associations for exceptional children.
The school serves a specialized student population in a suburban area with program options focused on early childhood special education.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
138 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
80%
State avg.: 40%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for John A Coleman School?
The application deadline for John A Coleman School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is John A Coleman School located?
John A Coleman School is located in the Northwest Yonkers neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 4 other private schools located in Northwest Yonkers.
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