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 05, 2024
As a parent of a child in this school. I was shocked to see that most of these scores and reviews are well over a decade old. There have been a lot of changes at this school since then. Notably the... More
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Lakeshore Road Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 04, 2024
In my experience at the school some teachers are good, but the other ones are kind of disrespectful. I still love and enjoy the school but if you get in trouble, there’s big consequences. Love you.... More
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Ps 57 Crescent
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 04, 2024
Great people to work with the teacher are amazing
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Ms 51 William Alexander