Best Schools in East Rockaway, New York
4 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in East Rockaway by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Centre Avenue Elementary School
Elementary · East Rockaway Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
East Rockaway Junior-senior High School
High · East Rockaway Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Waverly Park School
Elementary · Lynbrook 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 East Rockaway for 2026 are Centre Avenue Elementary School (7.9/10), East Rockaway Junior-senior High School (7.3/10), and Waverly Park School (7.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$590,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$590,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in East Rockaway
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Centre Avenue Elementary School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | East Rockaway Junior-senior High School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Waverly Park School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Rhame Avenue Elementary School | 4.4 / 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
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $104,955
- Median home value
- $590,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 44%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
75% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How East Rockaway compares
New York rank
#193 of 475
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.5
above New York avg (6.2)
Median household income
$105k
112% of New York median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in East Rockaway, New York
East Rockaway, New York is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in East Rockaway show moderate performance 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 East Rockaway is Centre Avenue Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
East Rockaway is served by 2 school districts: EAST ROCKAWAY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, LYNBROOK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 3,880 students.
East Rockaway's community shows 44% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $104,955. The poverty rate in the area is 2.5%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 241 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.9 |
| 2 | 201 students · 1st–5th | 7.1 |
| 3 | 316 students · Pre-K–6th | 4.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 577 students · 7th–12th | 7.3 |
Schools in East Rockaway
East Rockaway, New York · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$104,955
Median Home Value
$590,800
Median Rent
$2,306/mo
Population
10,390
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Community Profile
East Rockaway has a median household income of $104,955. It is a well-educated community where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $590,800, with a median rent of $2,306/month. The local poverty rate of 2.5% 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
- 3
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in East Rockaway, New York
How many schools are in East Rockaway, New York?
East Rockaway has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in East Rockaway, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in East Rockaway is 6.7 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 East Rockaway, New York?
The top-ranked school in East Rockaway on MySchoolScout is Centre Avenue Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in East Rockaway, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in East Rockaway on MySchoolScout is Centre Avenue Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best high school in East Rockaway, New York?
The top-ranked high school in East Rockaway on MySchoolScout is East Rockaway Junior-senior High School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
How many school districts serve East Rockaway, New York?
East Rockaway is served by 2 school districts: East Rockaway Union Free School District, Lynbrook Union Free School District.
What is the education level in East Rockaway, New York?
According to Census data, 44% of adults in East Rockaway have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in East Rockaway, New York?
The median household income in East Rockaway is approximately $104,955 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in East Rockaway, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in East Rockaway 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 East Rockaway, 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.