Windward School The - Nyc (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Located in New York, NY, Windward School The–Nyc serves 343 students in grades 1 through 8 within a co–ed, nonsectarian special education program in a large city setting.
Founded in 1926, the school operates with a student–teacher ratio of 4:1 supported by 90 teachers, allowing for individualized instruction.
Windward School The offers 15 Advanced Placement courses and is recognized for having one of the largest student bodies among New York private schools serving elementary and middle grades.
Tuition for the 2024 school year is $75,980, reflecting the school's specialized academic offerings in the New York City private school market.
The student population includes 19.35% students of color, contributing to diversity in this urban private special education environment.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked NY School
School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 1-8
Enrollment: 343 students
Yearly Tuition: $75,980
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Windward School The - Nyc ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

School Facts

School Type

Special Education School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 1-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Windward School The - Nyc
1	8
2	21
3	33
4	45
5	52
6	61
7	61
8	62

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Year Founded

1926

School Motto

Difference is Power

Student Body

Total Students

343 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

19%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

90 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

National avg.: 11:1

Number of AP Courses

15 courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

State or regional independent school association
National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$75,980

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Application URL

Online Application

Sports

School Mascot

Wildcats

School Notes

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Matt Bloom - 2013 - Professional Mind Blower -
- Bianca Rizzo - 2010 - Special Education Advocate -
- Derek Kirk - 2001 - Third Career Teacher -

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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How much does Windward School The - Nyc cost?

Windward School The - Nyc's tuition is approximately $75,980 for private students.

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Windward School The - Nyc is often viewed alongside schools like Stephen Gaynor School by visitors of our site.

Who are famous alumni from Windward School The - Nyc?

Windward School The - Nyc famous alumni include: Matt Bloom - 2013 - Professional Mind Blower, Bianca Rizzo - 2010 - Special Education Advocate and Derek Kirk - 2001 - Third Career Teacher.

What is Windward School The - Nyc's ranking?

Windward School The - Nyc ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Windward School The - Nyc?

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

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The average private school tuition in New York, NY is $47,812 for elementary schools and $49,496 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in New York, NY is 61% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).