Best Schools in Cortlandt Manor, New York
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Cortlandt Manor by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Walter Panas High School
High · Lakeland Central School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Furnace Woods Elementary School
Elementary · Hendrick Hudson Central School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Blue Mountain Middle School
Middle · Hendrick Hudson Central School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Cortlandt Manor for 2026 are Walter Panas High School (7.9/10), Furnace Woods Elementary School (7.8/10), and Blue Mountain Middle School (7.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$532,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$532,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +1.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Cortlandt Manor schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Cortlandt Manor
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 rated schools; 4 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Walter Panas High School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Furnace Woods Elementary School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Blue Mountain Middle School | 7.3 / 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
- 7.3/10
- Median household income
- $152,334
- Median home value
- $532,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 51%
- Avg commute
- 41 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 93%
75% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Cortlandt Manor compares
New York rank
#87 of 473
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.0
above New York avg (6.4)
Median household income
$152k
163% of New York median
Schools in this city
4
Hendrick Hudson Central School District runs 67% of Cortlandt Manor's public schools
Cortlandt Manor touches 2 districts, but Hendrick Hudson Central School District is the one most addresses actually attend.
Hendrick Hudson Central School District accounts for 2 of 3 public schools (67%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 3 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 7.3 to 7.9 — the spread is inside Cortlandt Manor, not a citywide average.
- Hendrick Hudson Central School District2 public · 67%
- Lakeland Central School District1 public · 33%
About Schools in Cortlandt Manor, New York
Cortlandt Manor, New York is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Cortlandt Manor perform strongly 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 Cortlandt Manor is Walter Panas High School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Cortlandt Manor is served by 2 school districts: HENDRICK HUDSON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, LAKELAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 7,642 students.
Cortlandt Manor's community shows 51% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $152,334. The poverty rate in the area is 4.5%.
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.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 321 students · 2nd–5th | 7.8 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Columbanus SchoolPrivate 64 students · Pre-K–5th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 528 students · 6th–8th | 7.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 916 students · 9th–12th | 7.9 |
Schools in Cortlandt Manor
Cortlandt Manor, New York · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$152,334
Median Home Value
$532,600
Median Rent
$1,913/mo
Population
20,260
College Educated
51%
Homeownership
93%
Avg Commute
41 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Community Profile
Cortlandt Manor has a median household income of $152,334. It is a well-educated community where 51% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $532,600, with a median rent of $1,913/month. The local poverty rate of 4.5% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 41 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Cortlandt Manor, New York
How many schools are in Cortlandt Manor, New York?
Cortlandt Manor has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cortlandt Manor, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cortlandt Manor is 7.3 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 Cortlandt Manor, New York?
The top-ranked school in Cortlandt Manor on MySchoolScout is Walter Panas High School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cortlandt Manor, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cortlandt Manor on MySchoolScout is Furnace Woods Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Cortlandt Manor, New York?
The top-ranked middle school in Cortlandt Manor on MySchoolScout is Blue Mountain Middle School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best high school in Cortlandt Manor, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Cortlandt Manor on MySchoolScout is Walter Panas High School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
How many school districts serve Cortlandt Manor, New York?
Cortlandt Manor is served by 2 school districts: Hendrick Hudson Central School District, Lakeland Central School District.
What is the education level in Cortlandt Manor, New York?
According to Census data, 51% of adults in Cortlandt Manor have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cortlandt Manor, New York?
The median household income in Cortlandt Manor is approximately $152,334 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Cortlandt Manor, New York?
Yes, Cortlandt Manor has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Columbanus School with a score of 6.3/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cortlandt Manor, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cortlandt Manor 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 Cortlandt Manor, 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.