Best Schools in Baldwinsville, New York
10 schools · 7 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Baldwinsville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Van Buren Elementary School
Elementary · Baldwinsville Central School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Mae E Reynolds School
Elementary · Baldwinsville Central School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Harry E Elden Elementary School
Elementary · Baldwinsville Central School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Baldwinsville for 2026 are Van Buren Elementary School (7.7/10), Mae E Reynolds School (7.3/10), and Harry E Elden Elementary School (7.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
10
8 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$226,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
10
8 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$226,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 7.7/10 despite 30% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 0.8 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Baldwinsville schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +13.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Baldwinsville schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Baldwinsville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 rated schools; 10 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Van Buren Elementary School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Mae E Reynolds School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Harry E Elden Elementary School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 5 | L Pearl Palmer Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Donald S Ray School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 7 | Theodore R Durgee Junior High School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Charles W Baker High School | 6.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $91,369
- Median home value
- $226,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 45%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
30% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Baldwinsville compares
New York rank
#228 of 473
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above New York avg (6.4)
Median household income
$91k
98% of New York median
Schools in this city
10
Baldwinsville Central School District runs Baldwinsville's public schools
8 public schools. Baldwinsville Central School District is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Baldwinsville is a Baldwinsville Central School District school (8 of 8).
Among 8 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.3 to 7.7 — the spread is inside Baldwinsville, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Baldwinsville, New York
Baldwinsville, New York is home to 10 schools, including 8 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Baldwinsville show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Baldwinsville is Van Buren Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Baldwinsville is served by 1 school district: BALDWINSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 5,496 students.
Baldwinsville's community shows 45% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $91,369. The poverty rate in the area is 7.4%.
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.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 510 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 | ||
| 2 | 510 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 | ||
| 3 | 484 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 | ||
| 4 | 507 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.8 | ||
| 5 | 482 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.7 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Mary's AcademyPrivate 76 students · Kindergarten–6th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 97 students · Pre-K–6th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 835 students · 6th–7th | 6.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,269 students · 10th–12th | 6.3 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 829 students · 8th–9th | 6.4 |
Schools in Baldwinsville
Baldwinsville, New York · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$91,369
Median Home Value
$226,500
Median Rent
$1,258/mo
Population
35,233
College Educated
45%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Community Profile
Baldwinsville has a median household income of $91,369. It is a well-educated community where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $226,500, with a median rent of $1,258/month. The local poverty rate of 7.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Baldwinsville, New York
How many schools are in Baldwinsville, New York?
Baldwinsville has 10 schools, including 8 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Baldwinsville, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Baldwinsville is 6.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Baldwinsville, New York?
The top-ranked school in Baldwinsville on MySchoolScout is Van Buren Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Baldwinsville, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Baldwinsville on MySchoolScout is Van Buren Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Baldwinsville, New York?
The top-ranked middle school in Baldwinsville on MySchoolScout is Donald S Ray School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best high school in Baldwinsville, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Baldwinsville on MySchoolScout is Charles W Baker High School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Baldwinsville, New York?
Baldwinsville is served by 1 school district: Baldwinsville Central School District.
What is the education level in Baldwinsville, New York?
According to Census data, 45% of adults in Baldwinsville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Baldwinsville, New York?
The median household income in Baldwinsville is approximately $91,369 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Baldwinsville, New York?
Yes, Baldwinsville has 2 private schools alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Mary's Academy with a score of 5.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Baldwinsville, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Baldwinsville is 13.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Baldwinsville, 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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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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.