10,512
Preschools
5,738
Elementary Schools
3,461
Middle Schools
2,438
High Schools
4,427
Public District Schools
10,310
Private Schools
15,055
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in New York based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in New York offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in New York
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New York City Geographic District #31
62,857 students | STATEN ISLAND, NY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 72 schools -
New York City Geographic District # 2
60,446 students | NEW YORK, NY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 119 schools -
New York City Geographic District #24
54,293 students | QUEENS, NY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 56 schools -
Nyc Geog District #10 - Bronx
51,467 students | THE BRONX, NY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 85 schools -
Nyc Geog District #20 - Brooklyn
50,119 students | BROOKLYN, NY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 45 schools
Reviews From Schools in New York
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Current student
May 16, 2024
The teachers are very nice to the kids. As a student in this building, I can say I feel safe and supported. The school counceler is very good at handling problems in a kind and collected manner. The... More
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Herman Avenue Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 15, 2024
Elmwood is above and beyond ANY other westchester school when it comes to 2’s through 1st grade! I sent my eldest child to Elmwood for K & 1st during the pandemic and they knocked it out of the ball... More
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Elmwood Day School
Parent / Guardian
May 15, 2024
Best preschool in lower Westchester. I have gone through Elmwood’s 3’s, 4’s, 5’s, K and 1st grades between my 3 children. My family started at elmwood after moving from New York City. Elmwood is the... More
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Elmwood Day School