Best Schools in Lincolndale, New York
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 High
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Somers Senior High School
High · Somers Central School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ives School
High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lincolndale
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 | Somers Senior High School | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Ives School | 6.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.8/10
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 0%
67% of schools rated 7+
Adults 25+
How Lincolndale compares
New York rank
#45 of 475
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.6
above New York avg (6.2)
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Lincolndale, New York
Lincolndale, New York is home to 3 schools, including 2 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Lincolndale perform strongly 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 Lincolndale is Somers Senior High School with a composite score of 9.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lincolndale is served by 1 school district: SOMERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 2,557 students.
Lincolndale's community shows 0% bachelor's degree attainment. The poverty rate in the area is 100.0%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 484 students · Pre-K–2nd | 7.8 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 910 students · 9th–12th | 9.1 | ||
| 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 | Ives School
Private
52 students · 8th–12th | 6.5 | ||
Schools in Lincolndale
Lincolndale, New York · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Population
114
College Educated
0%
Poverty Rate
100.0%
Community Profile
It is a community where 0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 100.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Lincolndale, New York
How many schools are in Lincolndale, New York?
Lincolndale has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lincolndale, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lincolndale is 7.8 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 Lincolndale, New York?
The top-ranked school in Lincolndale on MySchoolScout is Somers Senior High School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best high school in Lincolndale, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Lincolndale on MySchoolScout is Somers Senior High School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
How many school districts serve Lincolndale, New York?
Lincolndale is served by 1 school district: Somers Central School District.
What is the education level in Lincolndale, New York?
According to Census data, 0% of adults in Lincolndale have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
Are there private schools in Lincolndale, New York?
Yes, Lincolndale has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is Ives School with a score of 6.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lincolndale, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lincolndale is 7.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lincolndale, 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.