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

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The Windward School, located on three campuses: Westchester Lower School; Westchester Middle School and Manhattan LS/MS, is a coeducational, independent day school focused exclusively on helping students in grades 1-9 with language-based learning disabilities.
The School is dedicated to providing an excellent instructional program for children with language-based learning disabilities.
The multisensory curriculum is designed for students of average to superior intelligence who can benefit from the unique educational experience provided.
Through direct instruction in small class settings, a trained staff assists students to improve their language skills.
Academic success, combined with opportunities for social and emotional growth, enables students to understand their learning styles, build confidence, and develop self-advocacy skills.
Windward is committed to helping students achieve their full potential, in preparation for a successful return to mainstream educational environment.
To meet these goals, the school provides ongoing training to its faculty based on the most current research, and also shares its expertise with the parent body, other educators, and the broader community.

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Top Ranked NY School
School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 1-5
Enrollment: 346 students
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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Windward School The ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

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School Type

Special Education School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 1-5

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Windward School The
1	8
2	38
3	61
4	90
5	90
8	59

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Grade 4 and 5 lead with 90 students each, far above Grade 1’s 8 and Grade 2’s 38.

Year Founded

1926

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

346 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

46 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

12 students

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

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Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Admissions Director

Maureen A. Sweeney

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The Windward School, located on three campuses: Westchester Lower School; Westchester Middle School and Manhattan LS/MS, is a coeducational, independent day school focused exclusively on helping students in grades 1-9 with language-based learning disabilities. The Schoolis dedicated to providing an excellent instructional program for children with language-based learning disabilities. The multisensory curriculum is designed for students of average to superior intelligence who can benefit from the unique educational experience provided. Through direct instruction in small class settings, a trained staff assists students to improve their language skills. Academic success, combined with opportunities for social and emotional growth, enables students to understand their learning styles, build confidence, and develop self-advocacy skills. Windward is committed to helping students achieve their full potential, in preparation for a successful return to mainstream educational environment. To meet these goals, the school provides ongoing training to its faculty based on the most current research, and also shares its expertise with the parent body, other educators, and the broader community.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Matt Bloom - Professional Mind Blower - 2013 -
- Bianca Rizzo - Special Education Advocate - 2010 -
- Lexa Krawchick - Inclusive Learning Champion - 2014 -
- Reed Switzer - Launches Hopscotch, an Innovative Fintech Company, as CEO - 2019 -

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Who are famous alumni from Windward School The?

Windward School The famous alumni include: Matt Bloom - Professional Mind Blower - 2013, Bianca Rizzo - Special Education Advocate - 2010, Lexa Krawchick - Inclusive Learning Champion - 2014 and Reed Switzer - Launches Hopscotch, an Innovative Fintech Company, as CEO - 2019.

What is Windward School The's ranking?

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

When is the application deadline for Windward School The?

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

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