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Windward School The

13 Windward Avenue White Plains, NY 10605
Tel: (914) 949-6968

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked NY School
  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 1-5
  • Enrollment: 346 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $75,980
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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About the School

  • 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.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked NY School
  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 1-5
  • Enrollment: 346 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $75,980
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Student Body
Largest student body

School Facts

School Type
Special Education School
Religious Affiliation
Nonsectarian
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeWindward School The
18
238
361
490
590
859
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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
6%
State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
12 students
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$75,980
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Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Maureen A. Sweeney
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School Mascot
Windward Falcon

School Notes

  • 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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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Windward School The cost?
Windward School The's tuition is approximately $75,980 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Windward School The?
The acceptance rate of Windward School The is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 76%.
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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The average private school tuition in Westchester County, NY is $26,945 for elementary schools and $33,420 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Westchester County, NY is 78% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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