7.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Apalachin, New York

2 schools · 2 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 7.8/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.8/10
Median household income: $89,180
Median home value: $182,400
Bachelor's degree or higher: 35%
Owner-occupied homes: 86%

How Apalachin compares

Median household income

$89k

96% of New York median

About Schools in Apalachin, New York

Apalachin, New York is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.

With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Apalachin perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Apalachin is Apalachin Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Apalachin is served by 2 school districts: OWEGO-APALACHIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, VESTAL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 5,458 students.

Apalachin's community shows 35% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $89,180. The poverty rate in the area is 8.5%.

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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Elementary Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	APALACHIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 376 students · Pre-K–8th	376	Pre-K–8th	8.0
2	TIOGA HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 269 students · Kindergarten–5th	269	Kindergarten–5th	7.7

Schools in Apalachin

Apalachin, New York · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$89,180

Median Home Value

$182,400

Median Rent

$984/mo

Population

7,438

College Educated

35%

Homeownership

86%

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Community Profile

Apalachin has a median household income of $89,180. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $182,400, with a median rent of $984/month. The local poverty rate of 8.5% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: New York
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 2
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 7.8/10

Resources

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School Districts (2)

OWEGO-APALACHIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

4 schools · 1,973 students

VESTAL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

7 schools · 3,485 students

Nearby Cities

Newark Valley (3 schools)

12 mi

Johnson City (5 schools)

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Tioga Center (3 schools)

11 mi

Binghamton (24 schools)

13 mi

Candor (2 schools)

15 mi

Brooktondale (1 school)

20 mi

Conklin (3 schools)

17 mi

Whitney Point (3 schools)

Other Major Cities in New York

Top metros statewide by school count.

Brooklyn 764 schools Bronx 513 schools New York 481 schools Rochester 147 schools Staten Island 113 schools

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 Apalachin, New York

How many schools are in Apalachin, New York?

Apalachin has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Apalachin is 7.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Apalachin on MySchoolScout is Apalachin Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10.

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

The top-ranked elementary school in Apalachin on MySchoolScout is Apalachin Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10.

How many school districts serve Apalachin, New York?

Apalachin is served by 2 school districts: Owego-apalachin Central School District, Vestal Central School District.

What is the education level in Apalachin, New York?

According to Census data, 35% of adults in Apalachin have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Apalachin, New York?

The median household income in Apalachin is approximately $89,180 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Apalachin is 12.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Apalachin, 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.