Best Schools in Derby, New York
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Highland Elementary School
Elementary · Evans-brant Central School District (lake Shore). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$180,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$180,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Derby
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Highland Elementary School | 7.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.5/10
- Median household income
- $76,525
- Median home value
- $180,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Derby compares
Median household income
$77k
82% of New York median
About Schools in Derby, New York
Derby, New York is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.5 out of 10, schools in Derby 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 Derby is Highland Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Derby is served by 1 school district: EVANS-BRANT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (LAKE SHORE). These districts collectively serve 2,096 students.
Derby's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $76,525. The poverty rate in the area is 14.9%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 364 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.5 |
Schools in Derby
Derby, New York · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$76,525
Median Home Value
$180,800
Median Rent
$964/mo
Population
6,072
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Community Profile
Derby has a median household income of $76,525. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $180,800, with a median rent of $964/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.9%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Derby, New York
How many schools are in Derby, New York?
Derby has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Derby, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Derby is 7.5 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 Derby, New York?
The top-ranked school in Derby on MySchoolScout is Highland Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Derby, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Derby on MySchoolScout is Highland Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Derby, New York?
Derby is served by 1 school district: Evans-brant Central School District (lake Shore).
What is the education level in Derby, New York?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Derby have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Derby, New York?
The median household income in Derby is approximately $76,525 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Derby, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Derby is 11.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Derby, 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.