Very Good

#172 of 992 private schools in NY

Top 17% of private schools

The Windward School

Elementary School

40 W RED OAK LN, White Plains, NY 10604

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

314

Student-Teacher

5.7:1

Score

7.4

Grades

6th – 9th

Enrollment

314

Student-Teacher

5.7:1

Score

7.4

Grades

6th – 9th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#172 of 992

In White Plains

#3 of 10

public schools

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About The Windward School

The Windward School is a private elementary school in White Plains, NY. The Windward School serves approximately 314 students, and covers grades 6th-9th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. The Windward School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #172 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares1.5 pts above NY schools

7.4

This school 7.4 · Very Good
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 5.7:1 students to teachers, The Windward School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Windward School 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

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How The Windward School compares to the 10 public schools in White Plains, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

5.7:1

This School

10.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

314

This School

769

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.4

This School

6.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 84.4% vs 0%

Black 3.2% vs 0%

Hispanic 3.2% vs 0%

Asian 1.6% vs 0%

The Windward School White Plains Public Avg

All Schools in White Plains

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
The Windward School (this school)	—	314	5.7:1	7.4
WHITE PLAINS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL	0.9 mi	2,221	13:1	8.4
RIDGEWAY SCHOOL	1.8 mi	584	10.8:1	7.7
MAMARONECK AVENUE SCHOOL	2.0 mi	591	10.2:1	6.6
WHITE PLAINS MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.2 mi	1,554	10.2:1	6.7
POST ROAD SCHOOL	2.8 mi	599	11.5:1	5.3
CHURCH STREET SCHOOL	3.2 mi	595	11.2:1	6.1
GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL	3.2 mi	600	11.1:1	5.2
LEE F JACKSON SCHOOL	3.9 mi	249	8.9:1	7.3
RICHARD J BAILEY SCHOOL	4.1 mi	352	8.6:1	7.1
VIRGINIA ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.3 mi	347	11.6:1	7.7

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

A 8.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.7:1

Instructional Commitment

B 5.9 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,176

Diversity & Inclusion

B 5.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 28%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 314

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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)

White 84.4%

Two or More 7.3%

Black 3.2%

Hispanic 3.2%

Asian 1.6%

Native American 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

40 W RED OAK LN, White Plains, NY 10604

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Windward School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SAMUEL J PRESTON SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby West Harrison), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PURCHASE SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Purchase), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HARRISON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Harrison), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in White Plains, see our White Plains schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL NEW YORK White Plains	0.6 mi	345	7.2
RIDGEWAY ALLIANCE NURSEY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN White Plains	0.9 mi	12	—
WHITE PLAINS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL White Plains	0.9 mi	2,221	8.4
SCHOOL OF THE HOLY CHILD Rye	0.9 mi	383	6.4
PURCHASE SCHOOL Purchase	1.5 mi	364	8.1
DBA ELIZABETH SETON CHILDRENS SCHOOL White Plains	1.4 mi	9	—
LEFFELL SCHOOL White Plains	1.6 mi	361	6.9
RIDGEWAY SCHOOL White Plains	1.8 mi	584	7.7
ARCHBISHOP STEPINAC HIGH SCHOOL White Plains	1.8 mi	775	5.3
OUR LADY OF SORROWS SCHOOL White Plains	1.8 mi	188	5.8
SAMUEL J PRESTON SCHOOL West Harrison	2.0 mi	340	8.4
WINDWARD SCHOOL THE White Plains	2.1 mi	304	7.0
REACH ACADEMY (THE) West Harrison	2.1 mi	32	5.7
WESTCHESTER BOCES Rye Brook	1.9 mi	309	—
LOUIS M KLEIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Harrison	2.6 mi	864	7.6
HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL Harrison	2.5 mi	1,097	9.2
HARRISON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Harrison	2.6 mi	585	8.1
HARRISON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Glens Falls	2.6 mi	267	6.3
PORT CHESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Chester	2.0 mi	926	5.1
MAMARONECK AVENUE SCHOOL White Plains	2.0 mi	591	6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10604 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,131

Median Home Value

$814,600

Median Rent

$1,968/mo

Population

12,192

College Educated

51.3%

Homeownership

53.7%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

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BLOOMFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bloomfield, NY	333	7.4
CHERRY LANE SCHOOL Carle Place, NY	284	7.4
DUZINE SCHOOL New Paltz, NY	305	7.4
ECOLE INTERNATIONALE DE NEW YORK - THE ECOLE New York, NY	215	7.4
EDWARD J BOSTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bohemia, NY	281	7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Windward School

What grades does The Windward School serve?

The Windward School serves students in grades 6th through 9th.

How many students attend The Windward School?

The Windward School has an enrollment of approximately 314 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Windward School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Windward School is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Windward School rank in NY?

The Windward School ranks #172 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is The Windward School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Windward School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Windward School a private school?

Yes, The Windward School 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 The Windward School a religious school?

No, The Windward School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 40 Some Transit
Bike Score: 25 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 6th – 9th
Enrollment: 314
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 5.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 56
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 168 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Westchester County
Phone: (914) 949-6968

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