Excellent
#21 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 2% of private schools
New York Institute for Special Education
School
999 PELHAM PKWY N, Bronx, NY 10469
Enrollment
119
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
119
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#21 of 992
In Bronx
#1 of 53
public schools
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New York Institute for Special Education
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About New York Institute for Special Education
New York Institute for Special Education is a private school in Bronx, NY. New York Institute for Special Education serves approximately 119 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 4.4:1 student-teacher ratio. New York Institute for Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #21 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 119 students, New York Institute for Special Education is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.4:1 students to teachers, New York Institute for Special Education sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
New York Institute for Special Education is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow New York Institute for Special Education compares to 454 public schools serving similar grades in Bronx, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New York Institute for Special Education (this school) | 8.5 |
| COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE FOR MATH AND SCIENCE | 7.9 |
| PELHAM PREPARATORY ACADEMY | 7.8 |
| ASTOR COLLEGIATE ACADEMY | 7.4 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE AND INNOVATION | 5.6 |
| BRONXDALE HIGH SCHOOL | 5.6 |
| PS 89 | 6.1 |
| YOUNG VOICES ACADEMY OF THE BRONX | 6.5 |
| PS 108 PHILIP J ABINANTI | 7.3 |
| PELHAM ACADEMY OF ACADEMICS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 6.9 |
| BRONX PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.4 |
| BRONX GREEN MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| PS 105 SENATOR ABRAHAM BERNSTEIN | 3.8 |
| BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE VISUAL ARTS | 6.7 |
| PS 96 RICHARD RODGERS | 6.0 |
| PS 83 DONALD HERTZ | 5.8 |
| PS 97 | 4.8 |
| PS 121 THROOP | 4.5 |
| PS 76 BENNINGTON SCHOOL (THE) | 2.6 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 3 | 9.0 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 4 | 8.9 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NY
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
999 PELHAM PKWY N, Bronx, NY 10469
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New York Institute for Special Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE FOR MATH AND SCIENCE (rated 7.9/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is PELHAM PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ASTOR COLLEGIATE ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PELHAM PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bronx | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE FOR MATH AND SCIENCE Bronx | 0.1 mi | 7.9 |
| ASTOR COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Bronx | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE AND INNOVATION Bronx | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| BRONXDALE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| ST CATHARINE ACADEMY Bronx | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| PS 89 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| ST LUCY'S SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| YOUNG VOICES ACADEMY OF THE BRONX Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 108 PHILIP J ABINANTI Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| BRONX GREEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| PELHAM ACADEMY OF ACADEMICS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| BRONX PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| ST CLARES SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE VISUAL ARTS Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 83 DONALD HERTZ Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 105 SENATOR ABRAHAM BERNSTEIN Bronx | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| PS 96 RICHARD RODGERS Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 76 BENNINGTON SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.8 mi | 2.6 |
| OUR SAVIOUR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10469 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,018
Median Home Value
$640,400
Median Rent
$1,653/mo
Population
69,855
College Educated
29.1%
Homeownership
50.6%
Avg Commute
43 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
39.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New York Institute for Special Education
What grades does New York Institute for Special Education serve?
New York Institute for Special Education serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend New York Institute for Special Education?
New York Institute for Special Education has an enrollment of approximately 119 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New York Institute for Special Education?
The student-teacher ratio at New York Institute for Special Education is 4.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does New York Institute for Special Education rank in NY?
New York Institute for Special Education ranks #21 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is New York Institute for Special Education's MySchoolScout rating?
New York Institute for Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is New York Institute for Special Education a private school?
Yes, New York Institute for Special Education is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is New York Institute for Special Education a religious school?
No, New York Institute for Special Education is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 119
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Phone
- (718) 519-7000
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