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4.4 avg / 10

Best Schools in Ghent, New York

1 schools · 1 Other

Private: 1
Avg Rating: 4.4/10
Estimated Scores: 100%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
4.4/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$83,443

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$384,700

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
37%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
25 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
82%

Of occupied housing units

How Ghent compares

Median household income

$83k

89% of New York median

About Schools in Ghent, New York

Ghent, New York is home to 1 schools, including 0 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span .

With an average rating of 4.4 out of 10, schools in Ghent show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Ghent is Hawthorne Valley School with a composite score of 4.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Ghent's community shows 37% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $83,443. The poverty rate in the area is 12.0%.

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.

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Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
HAWTHORNE VALLEY SCHOOL Private
263 students · Pre-K–12th 		Not Rated

Schools in Ghent

Ghent, New York · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$83,443

Median Home Value

$384,700

Median Rent

$1,375/mo

Population

3,147

College Educated

37%

Homeownership

82%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

12.0%

Community Profile

Ghent has a median household income of $83,443. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $384,700, with a median rent of $1,375/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.0%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
New York
Total Schools
1
Avg Rating
4.4/10

Resources

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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 Ghent, New York

How many schools are in Ghent, New York?

Ghent has 1 schools, including 0 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Ghent, New York?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ghent is 4.4 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Ghent on MySchoolScout is Hawthorne Valley School with a composite score of 4.4/10.

What is the education level in Ghent, New York?

According to Census data, 37% of adults in Ghent have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Ghent, New York?

The median household income in Ghent is approximately $83,443 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Ghent, New York?

Yes, Ghent has 1 private school alongside 0 public schools. The top-rated private school is Hawthorne Valley School with a score of 4.4/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ghent is 26.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ghent, 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.