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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Parent / Guardian
May 17, 2024
Teachers never share their children’s learning status at school, and the messages they receive are always letters of complaint after children make mistakes. It is very inefficient to go to teachers... More
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Saddlewood Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 17, 2024
My three children are having a wonderful experience at PS/MS 114. The Principal is very experienced, holds the teachers to high standards, truly cares about the children and is very responsive to... More
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Ps Ms 114 Belle Harbor
Parent / Guardian
May 16, 2024
Classes are over crowded. How can my kid learn when there’s 31 other kids and half of them are causing problems and disrespectful. It’s gone down hill.
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Ps 42 Eltingville