Best Schools in Ellenville, New York
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Ellenville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Ellenville Elementary School
Elementary · Ellenville Central School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Ellenville Junior/senior High School
High · Ellenville Central School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$200,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$200,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +16.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Ellenville schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Ellenville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ellenville Elementary School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Ellenville Junior/senior High School | 5.6 / 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
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $78,802
- Median home value
- $200,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 62%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ellenville compares
Median household income
$79k
84% of New York median
Ellenville Central School District runs Ellenville's public schools
2 public schools. Ellenville Central School District is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Ellenville is a Ellenville Central School District school (2 of 2).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.6 to 6.5 — the spread is inside Ellenville, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Ellenville, New York
Ellenville, New York is home to 3 schools, including 2 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Ellenville show moderate performance 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 Ellenville is Ellenville Elementary School with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ellenville is served by 1 school district: ELLENVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 1,475 students.
Ellenville's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $78,802. The poverty rate in the area is 20.5%.
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 | 698 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.5 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 10 students · Pre-K–1st | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 695 students · 7th–12th | 5.6 |
Schools in Ellenville
Ellenville, New York · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$78,802
Median Home Value
$200,800
Median Rent
$1,073/mo
Population
6,972
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
20.5%
Community Profile
Ellenville has a median household income of $78,802. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $200,800, with a median rent of $1,073/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Ellenville, New York
How many schools are in Ellenville, New York?
Ellenville has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ellenville, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ellenville is 6.0 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 Ellenville, New York?
The top-ranked school in Ellenville on MySchoolScout is Ellenville Elementary School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ellenville, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ellenville on MySchoolScout is Ellenville Elementary School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best high school in Ellenville, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Ellenville on MySchoolScout is Ellenville Junior/senior High School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Ellenville, New York?
Ellenville is served by 1 school district: Ellenville Central School District.
What is the education level in Ellenville, New York?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Ellenville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ellenville, New York?
The median household income in Ellenville is approximately $78,802 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Ellenville, New York?
Yes, Ellenville has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ellenville, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ellenville is 9.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ellenville, 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.