For more than 75 years, Andrus has been a proud provider of programs and services for children and families throughout Westchester County and our tri-state area.
Under our corporate umbrella of the Julia Dyckman Andrus Memorial, our campus, community and Mental Health Divisions reach 2500 children and families every year with a broad spectrum of preventive and restorative services for families and their children from birth through adolescence.
The Julia Dyckman Andrus Memorial is a private, non-profit community agency that provides assessment, treatment, education and preventive services for children and their families in residential, day and other restorative programs.
The mission is to serve children and families, without regard to background or financial status, who have or are at risk for developing behavioral health problems.
A highly qualified and caring staff uses established techniques and innovative programs to accomplish these purposes.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 2-10
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-10
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
147 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
75%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Orchard School?
The application deadline for Orchard School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Orchard School located?
Orchard School is located in the Northwest Yonkers neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 4 other private schools located in Northwest Yonkers.
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