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6.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Franklin Square, New York

6 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 High

Public: 6
Districts: 4
Avg Rating: 6.6/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.6/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$140,686

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$647,300

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
40%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
36 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
84%

Of occupied housing units

How Franklin Square compares

New York rank

#183 of 475

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.3

above New York avg (6.3)

Median household income

$141k

151% of New York median

Schools in this city

6

About Schools in Franklin Square, New York

Franklin Square, New York is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, , and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Franklin Square show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Franklin Square is Washington Street School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Franklin Square is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 16,555 students.

Franklin Square's community shows 40% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $140,686. The poverty rate in the area is 4.8%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (6) Elementary (4) High (2)
Filter by Type: All Types (6) Public (6)
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Filter by ZIP: 11010 (6)

Elementary Schools

4 schools
# School Rating
1
WASHINGTON STREET SCHOOL
790 students · Pre-K–6th 		7.8
2
WILLOW ROAD SCHOOL
419 students · Kindergarten–6th 		7.5
3
POLK STREET SCHOOL
624 students · Pre-K–6th 		7.0
4
JOHN STREET SCHOOL
500 students · Pre-K–6th 		4.7

High Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
H FRANK CAREY HIGH SCHOOL
1,594 students · 7th–12th 		6.6
2
VALLEY STREAM NORTH HIGH SCHOOL
1,261 students · 7th–12th 		6.3

Schools in Franklin Square

Franklin Square, New York · 6 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$140,686

Median Home Value

$647,300

Median Rent

$2,096/mo

Population

25,618

College Educated

40%

Homeownership

84%

Avg Commute

36 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Community Profile

Franklin Square has a median household income of $140,686. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $647,300, with a median rent of $2,096/month. The local poverty rate of 4.8% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
New York
Total Schools
6
Elementary
4
High
2
Districts
4
Avg Rating
6.6/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Franklin Square schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Franklin Square 📊 Niche Franklin Square Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School Districts (4)

FRANKLIN SQUARE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

3 schools · 1,921 students

SEWANHAKA CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

5 schools · 7,846 students

VALLEY STREAM 13 UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

4 schools · 2,052 students

VALLEY STREAM CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

4 schools · 4,736 students

Nearby Cities

West Hempstead (6 schools)
1 mi
Malverne (5 schools)
2 mi
Stewart Manor (1 school)
2 mi
Elmont (7 schools)
2 mi
Garden City (10 schools)
2 mi
Garden City Park (2 schools)
3 mi
Lynbrook (8 schools)
3 mi
Hempstead (13 schools)
2 mi
Rockville Centre (7 schools)
3 mi
Floral Park (10 schools)
3 mi
Valley Stream (17 schools)
3 mi
New Hyde Park (8 schools)
3 mi
South Hempstead (1 school)
3 mi
Mineola (3 schools)
3 mi
East Rockaway (4 schools)
4 mi

Other Major Cities in New York

Top metros statewide by school count.

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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 Franklin Square, New York

How many schools are in Franklin Square, New York?

Franklin Square has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Franklin Square, New York?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Franklin Square is 6.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Franklin Square, New York?

The top-ranked school in Franklin Square on MySchoolScout is Washington Street School with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Franklin Square, New York?

The top-ranked elementary school in Franklin Square on MySchoolScout is Washington Street School with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best high school in Franklin Square, New York?

The top-ranked high school in Franklin Square on MySchoolScout is H Frank Carey High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.

How many school districts serve Franklin Square, New York?

Franklin Square is served by 4 school districts: Franklin Square Union Free School District, Sewanhaka Central High School District, Valley Stream 13 Union Free School District, Valley Stream Central High School District.

What is the education level in Franklin Square, New York?

According to Census data, 40% of adults in Franklin Square have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Franklin Square, New York?

The median household income in Franklin Square is approximately $140,686 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Franklin Square, New York?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Franklin Square is 12.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Franklin Square, 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.