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New York Special Education Private Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 57 special education private preschools serving 10,620 students in New York.

The special education private preschools in New York include Cantalician Center For Learning, Crestwood Childrens Center, and St. Joseph's School For The Deaf.

The average acceptance rate is 85%, which is higher than the New York private preschool average acceptance rate of 80%.

9% of special education private preschools in New York are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish and Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 57
# Students Served: 10,620

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 57
# Students Served: 10,620

New York Special Education Private Preschools Trends

Private Schools

10,620

Students

$74,775

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

51%

Students of Color

9:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked special education private preschools in New York?

The special education private preschools in New York include Cantalician Center For Learning, Crestwood Childrens Center, and St. Joseph's School For The Deaf.

How many special education private preschools are located in New York?

57 special education private preschools are located in New York.

How diverse are special education private preschools in New York?

New York special education private preschools are approximately 51% minority students, which is higher than the New York private school average of 38%.

What percentage of special education private preschools are religiously affiliated in New York?

9% of special education private preschools in New York are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish and Catholic).

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