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#575 of 992 private schools in NY

Westchester School for Special Children

School

45 PARK AVE, Yonkers, NY 10703

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

199

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

6.1

Grades

UG – UG

Enrollment

199

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

6.1

Grades

UG – UG

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#575 of 992

In Yonkers

#10 of 12

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About Westchester School for Special Children

Westchester School for Special Children is a private school in Yonkers, NY. Westchester School for Special Children serves approximately 199 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Westchester School for Special Children has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #575 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it comparesOn par with NY schools

6.1

This school 6.1 · Average
NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 199 students, Westchester School for Special Children 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.

Westchester School for Special Children 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 Westchester School for Special Children compares to 41 public schools serving similar grades in Yonkers, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.1:1

This School

17:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

199

This School

598

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.1

This School

5.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 45.2% vs 0%

Black 32.7% vs 0%

White 15.1% vs 0%

Asian 4% vs 0%

Westchester School for Special Children Yonkers Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Westchester School for Special Children (this school)	—	199	11.1:1	6.1
BARACK OBAMA SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE	0.1 mi	780	16.2:1	5.1
MLK JR HIGH TECH & COMPUTER MAGNET SCHOOL	0.2 mi	453	18.1:1	5.1
SCHOOL 9	0.3 mi	278	14.6:1	3.8
CHARTER SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE	0.3 mi	1,125	20.1:1	4.6
GORTON HIGH SCHOOL	0.6 mi	1,080	15.9:1	7.1
ENRICO FERMI SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS	0.7 mi	844	17.2:1	5.4
GREENBURGH ACADEMY	0.7 mi	144	6.5:1	3.0
THOMAS CORNELL ACADEMY	0.8 mi	262	14.6:1	6.5
SCHOOL 23	0.8 mi	484	16.7:1	3.2
ELLA FITZGERALD ACADEMY	0.9 mi	458	17:1	5.1
RIVERSIDE HIGH SCHOOL	1.0 mi	981	16.4:1	6.5
MUSEUM SCHOOL 25	1.1 mi	245	14.4:1	4.1
CESAR E CHAVEZ SCHOOL	1.1 mi	561	18.1:1	4.7
YONKERS HIGH SCHOOL	1.1 mi	1,103	16.2:1	8.1
YONKERS MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.1 mi	569	15:1	5.5
PAIDEIA SCHOOL 24	1.1 mi	301	15.8:1	5.8
SAUNDERS TRADES & TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL	1.2 mi	1,043	13:1	8.2
SCHOOL 5	1.3 mi	568	21:1	3.7
SCHOOL 16	1.3 mi	544	18.1:1	5.6
EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MICROSOCIETY SCHOOL	1.4 mi	575	20.5:1	6.7

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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

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

B- 5.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.1:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 1.8 / 10

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School Day Length 5.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 990

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.2 / 10

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Diversity Index 66%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 199

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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)

Hispanic 45.2%

Black 32.7%

White 15.1%

Asian 4.0%

Native American 1.0%

Pacific Islander 1.0%

Two or More 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

45 PARK AVE, Yonkers, NY 10703

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westchester School for Special Children may also want to explore other schools in the area. ANDALUSIA SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHARTER SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE (rated 4.6/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Yonkers, see our Yonkers schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
BARACK OBAMA SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE Yonkers	0.1 mi	780	5.1
MLK JR HIGH TECH & COMPUTER MAGNET SCHOOL Yonkers	0.2 mi	453	5.1
SCHOOL 9 Yonkers	0.3 mi	278	3.8
CHARTER SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Yonkers	0.3 mi	1,125	4.6
OAKVIEW PREP SCHOOL OF SDA Yonkers	0.4 mi	170	4.7
ANDALUSIA SCHOOL Yonkers	0.6 mi	258	7.4
GORTON HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers	0.6 mi	1,080	7.1
ENRICO FERMI SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Yonkers	0.7 mi	844	5.4
SACRED HEART HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers	0.7 mi	221	6.1
SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL Yonkers	0.7 mi	172	6.5
GREENBURGH ACADEMY Yonkers	0.7 mi	144	3.0
SCHOOL 23 Yonkers	0.8 mi	484	3.2
HUDSON VIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yonkers	0.9 mi	15	—
THOMAS CORNELL ACADEMY Yonkers	0.8 mi	262	6.5
ELLA FITZGERALD ACADEMY Yonkers	0.9 mi	458	5.1
RIVERSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers	1.0 mi	981	6.5
MUSEUM SCHOOL 25 Yonkers	1.1 mi	245	4.1
CESAR E CHAVEZ SCHOOL Yonkers	1.1 mi	561	4.7
YONKERS HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers	1.1 mi	1,103	8.1
YONKERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Yonkers	1.1 mi	569	5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,940

Median Home Value

$477,500

Median Rent

$1,702/mo

Population

22,135

College Educated

26.2%

Homeownership

54%

Avg Commute

31.8 min

Poverty Rate

14.5%

Median Age

42.6

Similar Schools

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AL-MAMOOR SCHOOL Fresh Meadows, NY	243	6.1
MEKEEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scotia, NY	272	6.1
SAINT REGIS FALLS CENTRAL SCHOOL St. Regis Falls, NY	225	6.1
WEST VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL West Valley, NY	204	6.1
ATERES BAIS YAAKOV ACADEMY OF ROCKLAND Spring Valley, NY	213	6.0
HAMMOND CENTRAL SCHOOL Hammond, NY	228	6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westchester School for Special Children

What grades does Westchester School for Special Children serve?

Westchester School for Special Children serves students in grades UG through UG.

How many students attend Westchester School for Special Children?

Westchester School for Special Children has an enrollment of approximately 199 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westchester School for Special Children?

The student-teacher ratio at Westchester School for Special Children is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Westchester School for Special Children rank in NY?

Westchester School for Special Children ranks #575 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Westchester School for Special Children's MySchoolScout rating?

Westchester School for Special Children has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Westchester School for Special Children a private school?

Yes, Westchester School for Special Children 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 Westchester School for Special Children a religious school?

No, Westchester School for Special Children is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 85 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 58 Good Transit
Bike Score: 25 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: UG – UG
Enrollment: 199
Gender Split: 68% M / 32% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 18
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 5.5 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Westchester County
Phone: (914) 376-4300

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