8.2 avg / 10

Best Schools in Greenwood Lake, New York

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.2/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.2/10
Median household income: $89,313
Median home value: $342,600
Bachelor's degree or higher: 35%
Owner-occupied homes: 81%

How Greenwood Lake compares

Median household income

$89k

96% of New York median

About Schools in Greenwood Lake, New York

Greenwood Lake, New York is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 8.2 out of 10, schools in Greenwood Lake perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Greenwood Lake is Greenwood Lake Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Greenwood Lake is served by 1 school district: GREENWOOD LAKE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 463 students.

Greenwood Lake's community shows 35% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $89,313. The poverty rate in the area is 8.8%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	GREENWOOD LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 191 students · Pre-K–3rd	191	Pre-K–3rd	8.2

Schools in Greenwood Lake

Greenwood Lake, New York · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$89,313

Median Home Value

$342,600

Median Rent

$1,620/mo

Population

4,440

College Educated

35%

Homeownership

81%

Poverty Rate

8.8%

Community Profile

Greenwood Lake has a median household income of $89,313. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $342,600, with a median rent of $1,620/month. The local poverty rate of 8.8% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: New York
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.2/10

Resources

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School District

GREENWOOD LAKE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

2 schools · 463 students

Nearby Cities

Warwick (5 schools)

4 mi

Tuxedo Park (3 schools)

6 mi

Sloatsburg (1 school)

Highland Mills (1 school)

11 mi

Central Valley (4 schools)

11 mi

Suffern (15 schools)

12 mi

Washingtonville (5 schools)

Other Major Cities in New York

Top metros statewide by school count.

Brooklyn 764 schools Bronx 513 schools New York 481 schools Rochester 147 schools Staten Island 113 schools

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 Greenwood Lake, New York

How many schools are in Greenwood Lake, New York?

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

What is the average school rating in Greenwood Lake, New York?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Greenwood Lake is 8.2 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Greenwood Lake on MySchoolScout is Greenwood Lake Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Greenwood Lake, New York?

The top-ranked elementary school in Greenwood Lake on MySchoolScout is Greenwood Lake Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10.

How many school districts serve Greenwood Lake, New York?

Greenwood Lake is served by 1 school district: Greenwood Lake Union Free School District.

What is the education level in Greenwood Lake, New York?

According to Census data, 35% of adults in Greenwood Lake have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Greenwood Lake, New York?

The median household income in Greenwood Lake is approximately $89,313 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Greenwood Lake is 11.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Greenwood Lake, 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.