Orchard School
- For more than 75 years, Andrus has been a proud provider of programs and services for children and families throughout Westchester County and our tri-state area.
- Under our corporate umbrella of the Julia Dyckman Andrus Memorial, our campus, community and Mental Health Divisions reach 2500 children and families every year with a broad spectrum of preventive and restorative services for families and their children from birth through adolescence.
- The Julia Dyckman Andrus Memorial is a private, non-profit community agency that provides assessment, treatment, education and preventive services for children and their families in residential, day and other restorative programs.
- The mission is to serve children and families, without regard to background or financial status, who have or are at risk for developing behavioral health problems.
- A highly qualified and caring staff uses established techniques and innovative programs to accomplish these purposes.
Quick Stats (2020-21)
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Students: 141 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
| School Type | Special Education School |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Private Special Education Centers |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Kindergarten-9 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 141 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 74% State avg.: 29% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 25 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 6:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
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