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6.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Angola, New York

5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other

Public: 5
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 6.5/10
Estimated Scores: 20%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.5/10

40% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$62,019

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$154,800

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
25%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
31 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
88%

Of occupied housing units

How Angola compares

New York rank

#210 of 475

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.2

above New York avg (6.3)

Median household income

$62k

66% of New York median

Schools in this city

5

About Schools in Angola, New York

Angola, New York is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Angola show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Angola is John T Waugh Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Angola is served by 2 school districts: EVANS-BRANT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (LAKE SHORE), ERIE 2-CHAUTAUQUA-CATTARAUGUS BOCES. These districts collectively serve 2,096 students.

Angola's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $62,019. The poverty rate in the area is 13.1%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Filter by ZIP: 14006 (5)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
JOHN T WAUGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
313 students · Kindergarten–5th 		7.9
2
A J SCHMIDT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
241 students · Kindergarten–5th 		5.7

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
WILLIAM G HOUSTON MIDDLE SCHOOL
470 students · 6th–8th 		5.0

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
LAKE SHORE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
680 students · 9th–12th 		6.8

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
ERIE 2-CHAUTAUQUA-CATTARAUGUS BOCES
663 students · Kindergarten–12th 		7.1

Schools in Angola

Angola, New York · 5 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$62,019

Median Home Value

$154,800

Median Rent

$956/mo

Population

9,354

College Educated

25%

Homeownership

88%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Community Profile

Angola has a median household income of $62,019. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $154,800, with a median rent of $956/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.1%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
New York
Total Schools
5
Elementary
2
Middle
1
High
1
Districts
2
Avg Rating
6.5/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Angola schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Angola 📊 Niche Angola Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School Districts (2)

EVANS-BRANT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (LAKE SHORE)

5 schools · 2,096 students

ERIE 2-CHAUTAUQUA-CATTARAUGUS BOCES

1 school

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Angola, New York

How many schools are in Angola, New York?

Angola has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Angola, New York?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Angola is 6.5 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Angola, New York?

The top-ranked school in Angola on MySchoolScout is John T Waugh Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Angola, New York?

The top-ranked elementary school in Angola on MySchoolScout is John T Waugh Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10.

What is the best middle school in Angola, New York?

The top-ranked middle school in Angola on MySchoolScout is William G Houston Middle School with a composite score of 5.0/10.

What is the best high school in Angola, New York?

The top-ranked high school in Angola on MySchoolScout is Lake Shore Senior High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.

How many school districts serve Angola, New York?

Angola is served by 2 school districts: Evans-brant Central School District (lake Shore), Erie 2-chautauqua-cattaraugus Boces.

What is the education level in Angola, New York?

According to Census data, 25% of adults in Angola have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Angola, New York?

The median household income in Angola is approximately $62,019 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Angola, New York?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Angola is 8.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Angola, New York?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.