New York Institute For Special Education

The New York Institute for Special Education (NYISE)is a private, 501(c)(3) nonprofit, nonsectarian educational facility which provides quality educational programs for children with blindness and visual impairment, emotional and learning needs and preschoolers who have developmental delays.

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New York Institute For Special Education ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

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School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Blindness and visual impairments, learning and emotional needs, preschool developmental delays
Year Founded
1831
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
90 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
92%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
New York Institute For Special Education Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
6 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
We are a New York State funded school.
Admissions Associate
Lois Dougan

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6 sports

School Notes

  • The New York Institute for Special Education's mission is to provide quality educational programs and support to the students and families in a safe, caring environment, to awaken and inspire student curiosity, lifelong learning and fulfillment.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does New York Institute For Special Education offer?
New York Institute For Special Education offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Swimming, Track and Field and Wrestling.
What is New York Institute For Special Education's ranking?
New York Institute For Special Education ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for New York Institute For Special Education?
The application deadline for New York Institute For Special Education is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is New York Institute For Special Education located?
New York Institute For Special Education is located in the Allerton neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 2 other private schools located in Allerton.

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The average private school tuition in Bronx, NY is $12,911 for elementary schools and $18,299 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Bronx, NY is 75% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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