Best Schools in Floral Park, New York
10 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Floral Park by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Floral Park Memorial High School
High · Sewanhaka Central High School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
James J Ambrose School (the)
Elementary · New York City Geographic District #26. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
John Lewis Childs School
Elementary · Floral Park-bellerose 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 Floral Park for 2026 are Floral Park Memorial High School (8.5/10), James J Ambrose School (the) (8.1/10), and John Lewis Childs School (8.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 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
10
8 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$688,250
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
10
8 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$688,250
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Floral Park
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Floral Park Memorial High School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | James J Ambrose School (the) | 8.1 / 10 |
| 3 | John Lewis Childs School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Sewanhaka High School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Floral Park-bellerose School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Irwin Altman Middle School 172 | 7.0 / 10 |
| 7 | PS 191 Mayflower | 6.3 / 10 |
| 8 | Our Lady of Victory School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 9 | Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy | 5.7 / 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
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $127,310
- Median home value
- $688,250
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 49%
- Avg commute
- 39 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
60% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Floral Park compares
New York rank
#172 of 475
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above New York avg (6.2)
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 has 8 ranked public schools serving students from elementary through high school, with an average score of 6.9 out of 10. That average holds up well across the full landscape — 5 of the 8 schools, or 62%, score 7 or above. Few cities this size can claim a majority of their public schools clearing that threshold.
Floral Park-Bellerose School tops the list at 7.8 out of 10, the highest score among all ranked schools in the city. At the secondary level, families have two competitive options: Sewanhaka High School at 7.5 and Floral Park Memorial High School at 7.4. Both sit above the city average and reflect consistent academic performance at the upper grades. James J. Ambrose School and Irwin Altman Middle School 172 each score 7.3, meaning the middle school transition does not represent a quality drop for most students moving through the local system.
The schools scoring below the 7-point mark bring the overall city average to 6.9, but the spread is narrow enough that Floral Park reads as a uniformly solid market rather than a split one. Parents comparing elementary options have a clear anchor in Floral Park-Bellerose School, while high school families are choosing between two schools separated by just 0.1 points. At that margin, specific programs, extracurriculars, and commute logistics matter more than the score differential.
For parents weighing Floral Park against nearby communities, the 62% rate of 7-plus schools is a meaningful benchmark. Most cities with a comparable school count do not see that proportion of high performers. The practical takeaway: you are more likely than not to land your child in a school above the 7-point threshold, and the top elementary school gives the district a genuine anchor at the entry level. Families at every grade band — elementary, middle, and high school — have at least one above-average option within the city's public system.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 664 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 | ||
| 2 | 688 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.0 | ||
| 3 | 879 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.4 | ||
| 4 | 348 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.3 | ||
| 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 | Our Lady of Victory School
Private
282 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.1 | ||
| 2 | 308 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.7 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 827 students · 6th–8th | 7.0 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,327 students · 7th–12th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 1,622 students · 7th–12th | 7.6 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 569 students · Kindergarten–12th | 3.6 |
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.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
Resources
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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.
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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 6.8 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 Floral Park, New York?
The top-ranked school in Floral Park on MySchoolScout is Floral Park Memorial High School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Floral Park, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Floral Park on MySchoolScout is James J Ambrose School (the) with a composite score of 8.1/10.
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 7.0/10.
What is the best high school in Floral Park, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Floral Park on MySchoolScout is Floral Park Memorial High School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
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 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.