The Windward School

www.thewindwardschool.org

The Windward School in West Harrison, NY, is a co–ed special education school serving grades 6 through 9 in a suburban community.

The school enrolls 314 students with a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 supported by 56 teachers.

The campus operates as a nonsectarian program located in a large suburban area.

Approximately 9% of the student body identifies as students of color, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.

The Windward School is situated near other private schools including German International School New York and School of the Holy Child within a mile radius.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 6-9
Enrollment: 314 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Type

Special Education School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 6-9

Student Body

Total Students

314 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 40%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

56 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for The Windward School?

The application deadline for The Windward School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 6-9
Enrollment: 314 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in New York is $22,363 for elementary schools and $26,864 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in New York is 75% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).