Westchester Area School in New Rochelle, NY, serves 65 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a suburban setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 with a total of 6 teachers supporting its elementary and middle school programs.
Affiliated with the General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, the school offers a faith–based education within the Seventh Day Adventist orientation.
Westchester Area School has a 100% student representation of students of color, ranking among the top 20% of private schools in New York state for diversity.
Located in a large suburb, the school provides a private elementary and middle school option in the New Rochelle area.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Westchester Area School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
65 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
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 Westchester Area School?
The application deadline for Westchester Area School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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