6.2 avg / 10

Best Schools in Brushton, New York

2 schools · 1 High · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.2/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.2/10
Median household income: $59,762
Median home value: $90,200
Bachelor's degree or higher: 18%
Owner-occupied homes: 73%

How Brushton compares

Median household income

$60k

64% of New York median

About Schools in Brushton, New York

Brushton, New York is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Brushton show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Brushton is Brushton Grade School with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Brushton is served by 1 school district: BRUSHTON-MOIRA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 791 students.

Brushton's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $59,762. The poverty rate in the area is 20.6%.

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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High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	BRUSHTON-MOIRA HIGH SCHOOL 325 students · 7th–12th	325	7th–12th	5.6

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	BRUSHTON GRADE SCHOOL 464 students · Pre-K–11th	464	Pre-K–11th	6.7

Schools in Brushton

Brushton, New York · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$59,762

Median Home Value

$90,200

Median Rent

$739/mo

Population

2,250

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

73%

Poverty Rate

20.6%

Community Profile

Brushton has a median household income of $59,762. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $90,200, with a median rent of $739/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: New York
Total Schools: 2
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.2/10

Resources

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School District

BRUSHTON-MOIRA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

2 schools · 791 students

Nearby Cities

Fort Covington (3 schools)

9 mi

St. Regis Falls (1 school)

10 mi

Hogansburg (1 school)

13 mi

Malone (6 schools)

11 mi

Brasher Falls (3 schools)

12 mi

Parishville (2 schools)

20 mi

Massena (7 schools)

19 mi

Chateaugay (2 schools)

Saranac Lake (2 schools)

37 mi

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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 Brushton, New York

How many schools are in Brushton, New York?

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

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

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Brushton is 6.2 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Brushton on MySchoolScout is Brushton Grade School with a composite score of 6.7/10.

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

The top-ranked high school in Brushton on MySchoolScout is Brushton-moira High School with a composite score of 5.6/10.

How many school districts serve Brushton, New York?

Brushton is served by 1 school district: Brushton-moira Central School District.

What is the education level in Brushton, New York?

According to Census data, 18% of adults in Brushton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Brushton, New York?

The median household income in Brushton is approximately $59,762 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Brushton is 10.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Brushton, 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.