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6.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Floral Park, New York

10 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other

Public: 8
Private: 2
Districts: 4
Avg Rating: 6.5/10
Estimated Scores: 30%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.5/10

30% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$127,310

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$688,250

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
49%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
39 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
78%

Of occupied housing units

How Floral Park compares

New York rank

#216 of 475

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.1

above New York avg (6.3)

Median household income

$127k

136% of New York median

Schools in this city

10

About Schools in Floral Park, New York

Floral Park, New York is home to 10 schools, including 8 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Floral Park show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Floral Park is PS 993 with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Floral Park is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 38,859 students.

Floral Park's community shows 49% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $127,310. The poverty rate in the area is 7.7%.

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

6 schools
# School Rating
1 879 students · Pre-K–6th 7.0
2 664 students · Pre-K–5th 6.6
3 348 students · Pre-K–5th 6.1
4 688 students · Pre-K–6th 5.6
Private Schools 2 schools

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1 282 students · Pre-K–8th Not Rated
2 308 students · Pre-K–8th Not Rated

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 827 students · 6th–8th 6.5

High Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 1,622 students · 7th–12th 7.0
2 1,327 students · 7th–12th 6.8

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 569 students · Kindergarten–12th 7.1

Schools in Floral Park

Floral Park, New York · 10 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$127,310

Median Home Value

$688,250

Median Rent

$2,082/mo

Population

40,010

College Educated

49%

Homeownership

78%

Avg Commute

39 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Community Profile

Floral Park has a median household income of $127,310. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $688,250, with a median rent of $2,082/month. The local poverty rate of 7.7% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 39 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

Total Schools
10
Elementary
6
Middle
1
High
2
Districts
4
Avg Rating
6.5/10

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Floral Park, New York

How many schools are in Floral Park, New York?

Floral Park has 10 schools, including 8 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Floral Park, New York?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Floral Park is 6.5 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Floral Park, New York?

The top-ranked school in Floral Park on MySchoolScout is PS 993 with a composite score of 7.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Floral Park, New York?

The top-ranked elementary school in Floral Park on MySchoolScout is Floral Park-bellerose School with a composite score of 7.0/10.

What is the best middle school in Floral Park, New York?

The top-ranked middle school in Floral Park on MySchoolScout is Irwin Altman Middle School 172 with a composite score of 6.5/10.

What is the best high school in Floral Park, New York?

The top-ranked high school in Floral Park on MySchoolScout is Sewanhaka High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.

How many school districts serve Floral Park, New York?

Floral Park is served by 4 school districts: New York City Geographic District #26, Nyc Special Schools - District 75, Floral Park-bellerose Union Free School District, Sewanhaka Central High School District.

What is the education level in Floral Park, New York?

According to Census data, 49% of adults in Floral Park have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Floral Park, New York?

The median household income in Floral Park is approximately $127,310 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Floral Park, New York?

Yes, Floral Park has 2 private schools alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is Our Lady of Victory School with a score of 6.1/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Floral Park, New York?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Floral Park is 13.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Floral Park, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.