Best Schools in Dix Hills, New York
11 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 4 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Dix Hills by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Half Hollow Hills High School West
High · Half Hollow Hills Central School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Half Hollow Hills High School East
High · Half Hollow Hills Central School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Vanderbilt Elementary School
Elementary · Half Hollow Hills Central 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 Dix Hills for 2026 are Half Hollow Hills High School West (9.5/10), Half Hollow Hills High School East (9.3/10), and Vanderbilt Elementary School (8.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 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
11
in this city
Avg Score
7.9
out of 10
Median Home
$664,900
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
Schools
11
in this city
Avg Score
7.9
out of 10
Median Home
$664,900
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Dix Hills
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Half Hollow Hills High School West | 9.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Half Hollow Hills High School East | 9.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Vanderbilt Elementary School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Candlewood Middle School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Otsego Elementary School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Paumanok Elementary School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Signal Hill Elementary 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
- 7.9/10
- Median household income
- $158,309
- Median home value
- $664,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 50%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
89% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Dix Hills compares
New York rank
#37 of 475
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.7
above New York avg (6.2)
Median household income
$158k
169% of New York median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Dix Hills, New York
Dix Hills, New York is home to 11 schools, including 11 public schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 4 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.9 out of 10, schools in Dix Hills 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 Dix Hills is Half Hollow Hills High School West with a composite score of 9.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Dix Hills is served by 5 school districts. These districts collectively serve 13,266 students.
Dix Hills's community shows 50% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $158,309. The poverty rate in the area is 6.9%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 705 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.2 |
| 2 | 583 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.7 |
| 3 | 584 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.7 |
| 4 | 218 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 7.6 |
| 5 | 665 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 738 students · 6th–8th | 8.0 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 989 students · 9th–12th | 9.5 |
| 2 | 1,440 students · 9th–12th | 9.3 |
| 3 | 30 students · 5th–12th | — |
| 4 | 17 students · 7th–12th | — |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 775 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.7 |
Schools in Dix Hills
Dix Hills, New York · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$158,309
Median Home Value
$664,900
Median Rent
$1,907/mo
Population
66,883
College Educated
50%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Community Profile
Dix Hills has a median household income of $158,309. It is a well-educated community where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $664,900, with a median rent of $1,907/month. The local poverty rate of 6.9% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 4
- Other
- 1
Resources
School Districts (5)
NEW YORK STATE OFFICE MENTAL HEALTH (OMH)
10 schools · 137 students
NEW YORK STATE OFFICE OF CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES (OCFS)
9 schools · 363 students
COMMACK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
8 schools · 5,518 students
HALF HOLLOW HILLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
9 schools · 7,248 students
WESTERN SUFFOLK BOCES
1 school
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in New York
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Dix Hills, New York
How many schools are in Dix Hills, New York?
Dix Hills has 11 schools, including 11 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Dix Hills, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Dix Hills is 7.9 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 Dix Hills, New York?
The top-ranked school in Dix Hills on MySchoolScout is Half Hollow Hills High School West with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Dix Hills, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Dix Hills on MySchoolScout is Vanderbilt Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Dix Hills, New York?
The top-ranked middle school in Dix Hills on MySchoolScout is Candlewood Middle School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best high school in Dix Hills, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Dix Hills on MySchoolScout is Half Hollow Hills High School West with a composite score of 9.5/10.
How many school districts serve Dix Hills, New York?
Dix Hills is served by 5 school districts: New York State Office Mental Health (omh), New York State Office of Children and Family Services (ocfs), Commack Union Free School District, Half Hollow Hills Central School District, Western Suffolk Boces.
What is the education level in Dix Hills, New York?
According to Census data, 50% of adults in Dix Hills have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Dix Hills, New York?
The median household income in Dix Hills is approximately $158,309 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Dix Hills, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Dix Hills is 10.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Dix Hills, 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.