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Best Schools in Inwood, New York

3 schools · 3 Elementary

Public: 2
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.5/10
Estimated Scores: 33%
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Yeshiva Ketana of Long Island

5.9/10

Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Real test data35th percentile Open profile

Lawrence Primary School at #2 School

5.4/10

Elementary · Lawrence Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Real test data31th percentile Open profile

Schools

3

2 public · 1 private

Avg Score

5.5

out of 10

Median Home

$604,900

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Inwood

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Yeshiva Ketana of Long Island 5.9 / 10
2 Lawrence Primary School at #2 School 5.4 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.5/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$88,160

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$604,900

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
28%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
36 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
49%

Of occupied housing units

How Inwood compares

New York rank

#389 of 475

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.7

below New York avg (6.2)

Median household income

$88k

94% of New York median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Inwood, New York

Inwood, New York is home to 3 schools, including 2 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools.

With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Inwood show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Inwood is Yeshiva Ketana of Long Island with a composite score of 5.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Inwood is served by 1 school district: LAWRENCE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 2,234 students.

Inwood's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $88,160. The poverty rate in the area is 13.6%.

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

3 schools
# School Rating
1
Lawrence Primary School at #2 School
434 students · 1st–4th 		5.4
2
Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School
141 students · Kindergarten–2nd 		5.2
Private Schools 1 school

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

1
Yeshiva Ketana of Long Island Private
428 students · Pre-K–8th 		5.9

Schools in Inwood

Inwood, New York · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$88,160

Median Home Value

$604,900

Median Rent

$1,944/mo

Population

9,897

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

49%

Avg Commute

36 min

Poverty Rate

13.6%

Community Profile

Inwood has a median household income of $88,160. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $604,900, with a median rent of $1,944/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.6%. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
New York
Elementary
3

Resources

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School District

LAWRENCE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

5 schools · 2,234 students

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Inwood, New York

How many schools are in Inwood, New York?

Inwood has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Inwood is 5.5 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 Inwood, New York?

The top-ranked school in Inwood on MySchoolScout is Yeshiva Ketana of Long Island with a composite score of 5.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Inwood, New York?

The top-ranked elementary school in Inwood on MySchoolScout is Yeshiva Ketana of Long Island with a composite score of 5.9/10.

How many school districts serve Inwood, New York?

Inwood is served by 1 school district: Lawrence Union Free School District.

What is the education level in Inwood, New York?

According to Census data, 28% of adults in Inwood have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Inwood, New York?

The median household income in Inwood is approximately $88,160 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Inwood, New York?

Yes, Inwood has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is Yeshiva Ketana of Long Island with a score of 5.9/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Inwood is 12.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Inwood, 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.