Best Schools in Croton-on-hudson, New York
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Croton-harmon High School
High · Croton-harmon Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Pierre Van Cortlandt School
Middle · Croton-harmon Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Carrie E Tompkins School
Elementary · Croton-harmon Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Croton-on-hudson for 2026 are Croton-harmon High School (9.0/10), Pierre Van Cortlandt School (7.9/10), and Carrie E Tompkins School (7.7/10), 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
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$669,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$669,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Croton-on-hudson
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Croton-harmon High School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Pierre Van Cortlandt School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Carrie E Tompkins School | 7.7 / 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
- 8.2/10
- Median household income
- $140,018
- Median home value
- $669,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 63%
- Avg commute
- 44 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Croton-on-hudson compares
New York rank
#18 of 475
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+2.0
above New York avg (6.2)
Median household income
$140k
150% of New York median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Croton-on-hudson, New York
Croton-on-hudson, 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 8.2 out of 10, schools in Croton-on-hudson perform strongly 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 Croton-on-hudson is Croton-harmon High School with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Croton-on-hudson is served by 1 school district: CROTON-HARMON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 1,583 students.
Croton-on-hudson's community shows 63% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $140,018. The poverty rate in the area is 4.7%.
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 | 588 students · Kindergarten–4th | 7.7 | ||
| 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 | 9 students · Kindergarten–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 473 students · 5th–8th | 7.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 508 students · 9th–12th | 9.0 |
Schools in Croton-on-hudson
Croton-on-hudson, New York · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$140,018
Median Home Value
$669,900
Median Rent
$1,938/mo
Population
12,208
College Educated
63%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
44 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Community Profile
Croton-on-hudson has a median household income of $140,018. It is a well-educated community where 63% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $669,900, with a median rent of $1,938/month. The local poverty rate of 4.7% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 44 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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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Croton-on-hudson, New York
How many schools are in Croton-on-hudson, New York?
Croton-on-hudson has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Croton-on-hudson, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Croton-on-hudson is 8.2 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 Croton-on-hudson, New York?
The top-ranked school in Croton-on-hudson on MySchoolScout is Croton-harmon High School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Croton-on-hudson, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Croton-on-hudson on MySchoolScout is Carrie E Tompkins School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Croton-on-hudson, New York?
The top-ranked middle school in Croton-on-hudson on MySchoolScout is Pierre Van Cortlandt School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best high school in Croton-on-hudson, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Croton-on-hudson on MySchoolScout is Croton-harmon High School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
How many school districts serve Croton-on-hudson, New York?
Croton-on-hudson is served by 1 school district: Croton-harmon Union Free School District.
What is the education level in Croton-on-hudson, New York?
According to Census data, 63% of adults in Croton-on-hudson have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Croton-on-hudson, New York?
The median household income in Croton-on-hudson is approximately $140,018 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Croton-on-hudson, New York?
Yes, Croton-on-hudson has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Croton-on-hudson, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Croton-on-hudson is 10.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Croton-on-hudson, 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.