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Best Schools in Big Flats, New York

2 schools · 2 Elementary

Public: 1
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.8/10
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Big Flats School

6.6/10

Elementary · Horseheads Central School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Foundations Christian School

5.0/10

Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Schools

2

1 public · 1 private

Avg Score

5.8

out of 10

Median Home

$216,800

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Big Flats

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Big Flats School 6.6 / 10
2 Foundations Christian School 5.0 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.8/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$105,625

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$216,800

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
59%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
16 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
82%

Of occupied housing units

How Big Flats compares

Median household income

$106k

113% of New York median

About Schools in Big Flats, New York

Big Flats, New York is home to 2 schools, including 1 public school and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.

With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Big Flats show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Big Flats is Big Flats School with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Big Flats is served by 1 school district: HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 3,826 students.

Big Flats's community shows 59% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $105,625. The poverty rate in the area is 6.3%.

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Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
Big Flats School
380 students · Pre-K–4th 		6.6
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1
Foundations Christian School Private
34 students · Kindergarten–8th 		5.0

Schools in Big Flats

Big Flats, New York · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$105,625

Median Home Value

$216,800

Median Rent

$1,385/mo

Population

2,047

College Educated

59%

Homeownership

82%

Avg Commute

16 min

Poverty Rate

6.3%

Community Profile

Big Flats has a median household income of $105,625. It is a well-educated community where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $216,800, with a median rent of $1,385/month. The local poverty rate of 6.3% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 16 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
New York
Elementary
2

Resources

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School District

HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

7 schools · 3,826 students

Nearby Cities

Horseheads (7 schools)
5 mi
Elmira Heights (3 schools)
5 mi
Pine City (1 school)
8 mi
Elmira (16 schools)
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Corning (10 schools)
6 mi
Painted Post (5 schools)
9 mi
Breesport (1 school)
10 mi
Montour Falls (1 school)
14 mi
Odessa (2 schools)
15 mi
Watkins Glen (2 schools)
16 mi
Bradford (1 school)
18 mi
Campbell (1 school)
15 mi
Addison (2 schools)
16 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Big Flats, New York

How many schools are in Big Flats, New York?

Big Flats has 2 schools, including 1 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Big Flats, New York?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Big Flats is 5.8 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 Big Flats, New York?

The top-ranked school in Big Flats on MySchoolScout is Big Flats School with a composite score of 6.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Big Flats, New York?

The top-ranked elementary school in Big Flats on MySchoolScout is Big Flats School with a composite score of 6.6/10.

How many school districts serve Big Flats, New York?

Big Flats is served by 1 school district: Horseheads Central School District.

What is the education level in Big Flats, New York?

According to Census data, 59% of adults in Big Flats have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Big Flats, New York?

The median household income in Big Flats is approximately $105,625 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Big Flats, New York?

Yes, Big Flats has 1 private school alongside 1 public schools. The top-rated private school is Foundations Christian School with a score of 5.0/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Big Flats is 10.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Big Flats, 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.