Best Schools in Lindenhurst, New York
8 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Lindenhurst by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Lindenhurst Senior High School
High · Lindenhurst Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
William Rall School
Elementary · Lindenhurst Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Daniel Street School
Elementary · Lindenhurst Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Lindenhurst for 2026 are Lindenhurst Senior High School (8.4/10), William Rall School (8.0/10), and Daniel Street School (7.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$479,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$479,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.4/10 despite 46% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.2 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Lindenhurst schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Lindenhurst
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lindenhurst Senior High School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | William Rall School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Daniel Street School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Harding Avenue School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Lindenhurst Middle School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Alleghany Avenue School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 7 | West Gates Avenue School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 8 | Albany Avenue School | 6.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $128,081
- Median home value
- $479,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lindenhurst compares
New York rank
#114 of 475
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.0
above New York avg (6.2)
Median household income
$128k
137% of New York median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Lindenhurst, New York
Lindenhurst's public school system runs 8 ranked schools with an average score of 7.4 out of 10 — a consistent district where 75% of schools clear the 7-point mark. That performance floor matters: parents moving to the area can expect solid options at every grade level, not just at the top end of the range.
The elementary tier sets the tone. West Gates Avenue School leads all 8 schools with a score of 8.8, making it the highest-rated option in the district. Alleghany Avenue School follows closely at 8.5, and Harding Avenue School rounds out the top three at 8.3. Three elementary schools clearing 8.0 in the same district signals consistent instructional quality across the early grades — parents with young children have multiple strong options to evaluate based on location.
The secondary schools hold their own. Lindenhurst Senior High School scores 7.3 and Lindenhurst Middle School scores 7.2 — both just under the district's 7.4 average but comfortably within the majority band of schools scoring 7 or higher. Students moving up from the district's high-performing elementary programs enter secondary schools with solid footing. The narrow range across grade levels suggests a district that maintains quality throughout rather than concentrating performance at one level and dropping off at another.
For parents researching Lindenhurst, the practical picture is clear. Elementary-age children have three genuinely strong options, led by West Gates Avenue School at 8.8. The gap between the top elementary schools and the secondary programs is real but not dramatic. Families with older children will find the middle and high school options competitive. With six of eight ranked schools scoring 7 or above, Lindenhurst offers a reliable public school environment where consistent performance — not just a strong top option — defines the district.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 523 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 491 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 3 | 301 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.5 |
| 4 | 298 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.5 |
| 5 | 302 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.5 |
| 6 | 511 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.1 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,293 students · 6th–8th | 6.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,854 students · 9th–12th | 8.4 |
Schools in Lindenhurst
Lindenhurst, New York · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$128,081
Median Home Value
$479,500
Median Rent
$2,091/mo
Population
44,571
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Community Profile
Lindenhurst has a median household income of $128,081. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $479,500, with a median rent of $2,091/month. The local poverty rate of 5.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Lindenhurst, New York
How many schools are in Lindenhurst, New York?
Lindenhurst has 8 schools, including 8 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lindenhurst, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lindenhurst is 7.2 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 Lindenhurst, New York?
The top-ranked school in Lindenhurst on MySchoolScout is Lindenhurst Senior High School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lindenhurst, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lindenhurst on MySchoolScout is William Rall School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Lindenhurst, New York?
The top-ranked middle school in Lindenhurst on MySchoolScout is Lindenhurst Middle School with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best high school in Lindenhurst, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Lindenhurst on MySchoolScout is Lindenhurst Senior High School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
How many school districts serve Lindenhurst, New York?
Lindenhurst is served by 1 school district: Lindenhurst Union Free School District.
What is the education level in Lindenhurst, New York?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Lindenhurst have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lindenhurst, New York?
The median household income in Lindenhurst is approximately $128,081 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lindenhurst, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lindenhurst is 11.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lindenhurst, 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.