The École Photo

Top 10 Best New York Private Schools with Special Program Emphasis (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 55 private schools with special program emphasis serving 14,596 students in New York.
The top ranked with special program emphasis private schools in New York include The École, French-American School of New York, and Big Apple Academy.
The average tuition cost is $25,239, which is higher than the New York private school average tuition cost of $21,614.
31% of private schools with special program emphasis in New York are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish and Catholic).
Special education schools primarily serve specific student groups such as those that may be hard of hearing, deaf, speech impaired, health impaired, orthopedically impaired, cognitive delays/impairments, seriously emotionally disturbed, multi-handicapped, visually handicapped, or deaf and blind.

Top Ranked New York Private Schools with Special Program Emphasis (2024-25)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Big Apple Academy
Big Apple Academy Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(2)
2937 86th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11223
(718) 333-0300
Grades: K-8
| 1,115 students
The IDEAL School of Manhattan
The IDEAL School of Manhattan Photo - Students show the kindness snowflakes that they made.
Special Program Emphasis
(5)
5 Hanover Square
New York, NY 10004
(212) 769-1699
Grades: K-12
| 172 students
Morningside Immersion School
Morningside Immersion School Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(14)
70 W 93rd St
New York, NY 10025
(212) 316-0313
Grades: NS-2
| 45 students
Pine Street School, A Green Ivy International School
Pine Street School, A Green Ivy International School Photo - Pine Street Schools starts at age 2 with a program that nurtures strong literacy, numeracy and social skills. Small student-teacher ratios allow us to provide an individualized experience that supports full development and social skills. Our 2s begin learning English and Spanish or Mandarin in a dual language setting.
Special Program Emphasis
(11)
25 Pine Street
New York, NY 10005
(347) 237-7606
Grades: NS-8
| 324 students
Saint Therese Classical Academy and Chesterton Academy
Saint Therese Classical Academy and Chesterton Academy Photo - Our friends from Korea!
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
(3)
3348 State Route 208 Building 2
Campbell Hall, NY 10916
(845) 610-5288
Grades: K-12
| 79 students
The Waldorf School Of Garden City
The Waldorf School Of Garden City Photo - Welcome to the Waldorf School of Garden City!
Special Program Emphasis
(9)
225 Cambridge Avenue
Garden City, NY 11530
(516) 742-3434
Grades: NS-12
| 300 students
The Art of Words Community School
The Art of Words Community School Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(4)
52 Bridge Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
(516) 668-1024
Grades: PK-5
| 156 students
Bais Rochel School
All-girls | Special Program Emphasis (Jewish)
7 Israel Zupnick Dr
Monroe, NY 10950
(845) 783-5820
Grades: PK-12
| 4,482 students
Doane Stuart School
Doane Stuart School Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(5)
199 Washington Avenue
Rensselaer, NY 12144
(518) 465-5222
Grades: NS-12
| 174 students
The École
The École Photo
Special Program Emphasis
111 E 22nd Street
New York, NY 10010
(646) 410-2238
Grades: NS-8
| 358 students
Educational Institute Oholei Torah-oholei Menachem
All-boys | Special Program Emphasis (Jewish)
667 Eastern Pkwy
Brooklyn, NY 11213
(718) 778-3340
Grades: K-12
| 1,644 students
French-American School of New York
French-American School of New York Photo - FASNY's track record of 100% college acceptance and 100% baccalaureate success places us among the top French-American schools in North America, while our International Baccalaureate Program has been ranked among the best in the United States.
Special Program Emphasis
320 East Boston Post Road
Mamaroneck, NY 10543
(914) 250-0401
Grades: NS-12
| 748 students
German International School New York
German International School New York Photo - German International School New York (GISNY) New Building and school herb garden
Special Program Emphasis
(3)
50 Partridge Road
White Plains, NY 10605
(914) 948-6513
Grades: PK-12
| 409 students
German-American School Manhattan (GSM)
German-American School Manhattan (GSM) Photo - In the landscape of private and public schools within NYC, German-American School Manhattan (GSM) is easily accessible for families from all NYC boroughs and New Jersey. With two locations in Tribeca, our school, which was established in 2018, is the number one choice for families that value academics and dual language immersion (English/German, Spanish is introduced in Grade 3).
Special Program Emphasis
74 Warren Street
New York, NY 10007
(646) 869-1152
Grades: NS-5
| 88 students
International School Of Brooklyn
International School Of Brooklyn Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(6)
477 Court Street
Brooklyn, NY 11231
(718) 369-3023
Grades: PK-8
| 405 students
St. Thomas Choir School
St. Thomas Choir School Photo - The core of our program is music. Boys arrive with potential and interest and leave on a level equal to students entering university. Being an important part of a renowned ensemble changes a boy's self-concept. It is one thing to tell a boy he can be world-class someday. It is quite another to teach him he already is.
All-boys | Special Program Emphasis (Episcopal)
(3)
202 W 58th Street
New York, NY 10019
(212) 247-3311
Grades: 3-8
| 14 students
A Plus Kidz Academy
Special Program Emphasis
10510 Flatlands Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11236
(718) 975-0266
Grades: PK-1
| 24 students
Acorn School
Special Program Emphasis
2911 Lucas Tpke
Accord, NY 12404
(845) 443-1541
Grades: Inquire with school
| 13 students
Akwesasne Freedom School
Special Program Emphasis
31 Village Rd
Hogansburg, NY 13655
(518) 358-2073
Grades: PK-8
| 61 students
Aurora Waldorf School
Aurora Waldorf School Photo - Social emotional learning is integrated into the school day.
Special Program Emphasis
(5)
525 West Falls Road
West Falls, NY 14170
(716) 655-2029
Grades: PK-8
| 170 students
Bais Shifra Miriam
All-girls | Special Program Emphasis (Jewish)
70-b Highview Rd
Suffern, NY 10901
(845) 356-0061
Grades: PK-12
| 267 students
Blessed Virgin Mary Mother Of God Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
450 Wilkinson Street
Syracuse, NY 13204
(315) 422-8127
Grades: K-12
| 70 students
Canterbury Brook Academy of the Arts
Canterbury Brook Academy of the Arts Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(8)
267 Van Ness Street
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 728-1925
Grades: K-12
| 110 students
Childrens Hours School
Special Program Emphasis
90 Lewis St
Geneva, NY 14456
(315) 789-3565
Grades: PK-6
| 36 students
Congregation Yeshous Moshe Viznitz
All-boys | Special Program Emphasis
49 S Main St
Spring Valley, NY 10977
(845) 579-6363
Grades: PK-6
| 273 students
Darul Uloom Al Madania
Special Program Emphasis (Islamic)
(6)
182 Sobieski St
Buffalo, NY 14212
(716) 892-2606
Grades: PK-11
| 258 students
De La Salle Academy
Special Program Emphasis
332 W 43rd St
New York, NY 10036
(212) 316-5840
Grades: 6-8
| 148 students
East Palmyra Christian School
Special Program Emphasis (Calvinist)
2023 E Palmyra Port Gibson Rd
Palmyra, NY 14522
(315) 597-4400
Grades: PK-12
| 144 students
Fei Tian Academy Of The Arts
Special Program Emphasis (Seventh Day Adventist)
(1)
140 Galley Hill Rd
Cuddebackville, NY 12729
(845) 754-4226
Grades: 7-12
| 169 students
Flex School - Bronxville
Special Program Emphasis
171 White Plains Rd
Bronxville, NY 10708
(914) 704-3334
Grades: 5-12
| 20 students
The Free School
The Free School Photo - Thisis us!
Special Program Emphasis
8 Elm St
Albany, NY 12202
(518) 434-3072
Grades: K-8
| 28 students
Friends Of Refugees Of Eastern Europe
Special Program Emphasis (Jewish)
1383 President Street
Brooklyn, NY 11213
(718) 467-0860
Grades: 5-8
| n/a students
Greek Language Institute
Special Program Emphasis (Greek Orthodox)
100 Fariway Dr
Port Washington, NY 11050
(516) 944-3183
Grades: K-8
| 183 students
Hawthorne Valley School
Hawthorne Valley School Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(4)
330 County Route 21c
Ghent, NY 12075
(845) 750-4855
Grades: PK-12
| 289 students
Hudson Valley Sudbury School
Special Program Emphasis
(6)
84 Zena Rd
Kingston, NY 12401
(617) 717-4120
Grades: Inquire with school
| 75 students
Show 20 more private schools in New York (out of 55 total schools)
Loading...

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools with special program emphasis in New York?
The top ranked private schools with special program emphasis in New York include The École, French-American School of New York, and Big Apple Academy.
How many private schools with special program emphasis are located in New York?
55 private schools with special program emphasis are located in New York.
How much do private schools with special program emphasis cost in New York?
The average tuition cost is $25,239, which is higher than the New York private school average tuition cost of $21,614.
How diverse are private schools with special program emphasis in New York?
New York private schools with special program emphasis are approximately 20% minority students, which is lower than the New York private school average of 40%.
What percentage of private schools with special program emphasis are religiously affiliated in New York?
31% of private schools with special program emphasis in New York are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish and Catholic).

Recent Articles

Expelled for Smoking Pot: What Parents Need to Know
Expelled for Smoking Pot: What Parents Need to Know
We explore the consequences of marijuana use in private schools, discussing expulsion policies, legal implications, and impacts on college admissions. This Q&A format article provides insights for parents navigating disciplinary actions and offers advice on prevention and support for students.
U.S. Private Schools: A Guide for International Students
U.S. Private Schools: A Guide for International Students
Dive into the nitty-gritty of attending U.S. private schools as an international student. From tackling the admissions maze to conquering the TOEFL, this guide's got you covered. We'll walk you through visa hurdles, financial realities, and even virtual campus tours. Buckle up for an insider's look at making your American education dreams a reality!
Early Childhood Education: A Guide for Parents of 1 and 2 Year Olds
Early Childhood Education: A Guide for Parents of 1 and 2 Year Olds
In this article we explore three popular approaches to early childhood education: Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf. It provides parents of toddlers with essential information about each method, helping them make informed decisions about their child's early education.