Best Schools in Essex, New York
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Essex by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Quality shifts by neighborhood
Schools just blocks apart can rate very differently — the map shows how ratings change across Essex.
Top-rated isn't always best value
The ranking flags schools that score higher than their students' poverty level predicts.
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Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$221,600
home value · ACS
Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$221,600
home value · ACS
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Median household income
- $73,843
- Median home value
- $221,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 42%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Essex compares
Median household income
$74k
79% of New York median
About Schools in Essex, New York
Essex, New York is home to 1 schools, including 0 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
Essex's community shows 42% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,843. The poverty rate in the area is 12.7%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 17 students · Kindergarten–3rd | — |
Schools in Essex
Essex, New York · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$73,843
Median Home Value
$221,600
Median Rent
$1,050/mo
Population
693
College Educated
42%
Homeownership
85%
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Community Profile
Essex has a median household income of $73,843. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $221,600, with a median rent of $1,050/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
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- New York
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Essex, New York
How many schools are in Essex, New York?
Essex has 1 schools, including 0 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the education level in Essex, New York?
According to Census data, 42% of adults in Essex have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Essex, New York?
The median household income in Essex is approximately $73,843 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Essex, New York?
Yes, Essex has 1 private school alongside 0 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Essex, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Essex is 3.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Essex, 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.