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5.4 avg / 10

Best Schools in Briarwood, New York

2 schools · 1 High · 1 Other

Private: 2
Avg Rating: 5.4/10
Estimated Scores: 100%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.4/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$79,430

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$550,300

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
32%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
47 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
36%

Of occupied housing units

How Briarwood compares

Median household income

$79k

85% of New York median

About Schools in Briarwood, New York

Briarwood, New York is home to 2 schools, including 0 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 1 high school.

With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Briarwood show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

Briarwood's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $79,430. The poverty rate in the area is 14.3%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (2) High (1)
Filter by Type: All Types (2) Private (2)
Filter by Rating: All Ratings (2) Academics (2)
Filter by ZIP: 11435 (2)

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
ARCHBISHOP MOLLOY HIGH SCHOOL Private
1,506 students · 9th–12th 		Not Rated

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
THERESA PAPLIN SCHOOL Private
40 students · UG–UG 		Not Rated

Schools in Briarwood

Briarwood, New York · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$79,430

Median Home Value

$550,300

Median Rent

$1,820/mo

Population

58,424

College Educated

32%

Homeownership

36%

Avg Commute

47 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Community Profile

Briarwood has a median household income of $79,430. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $550,300, with a median rent of $1,820/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.3%. The average commute in the area is 47 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
New York
Total Schools
2
High
1
Avg Rating
5.4/10

Resources

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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 Briarwood, New York

How many schools are in Briarwood, New York?

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

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

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Briarwood is 5.4 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Briarwood on MySchoolScout is Theresa Paplin School with a composite score of 6.6/10.

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

The top-ranked high school in Briarwood on MySchoolScout is Archbishop Molloy High School with a composite score of 4.2/10.

What is the education level in Briarwood, New York?

According to Census data, 32% of adults in Briarwood have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Briarwood, New York?

The median household income in Briarwood is approximately $79,430 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Briarwood, New York?

Yes, Briarwood has 2 private schools alongside 0 public schools. The top-rated private school is Theresa Paplin School with a score of 6.6/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Briarwood is 12.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Briarwood, 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.