Best Schools in Malone, New York
6 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Malone by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Saint Joseph's Elementary School
Elementary · Malone Central School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Davis Elementary School
Elementary · Malone Central School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Flanders Elementary School
Elementary · Malone Central School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Malone for 2026 are Saint Joseph's Elementary School (7.5/10), Davis Elementary School (6.3/10), and Flanders Elementary School (6.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
6
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$123,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$123,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +7.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Malone schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Malone
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 rated schools; 6 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Saint Joseph's Elementary School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Davis Elementary School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Flanders Elementary School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Franklin Academy High School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Malone Middle School | 3.7 / 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $64,673
- Median home value
- $123,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 16 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Malone compares
New York rank
#313 of 473
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below New York avg (6.4)
Median household income
$65k
69% of New York median
Schools in this city
6
Malone Central School District runs 83% of Malone's public schools
Malone touches 2 districts, but Malone Central School District is the one most addresses actually attend.
Malone Central School District accounts for 5 of 6 public schools (83%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 5 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.7 to 7.5 — the spread is inside Malone, not a citywide average.
- Malone Central School District5 public · 83%
- Franklin-Essex-Hamilton Boces1 public · 17%
About Schools in Malone, New York
Malone, New York is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Malone show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Malone is Franklin-Essex-Hamilton Boces with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Malone is served by 2 school districts: MALONE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, FRANKLIN-ESSEX-HAMILTON BOCES. These districts collectively serve 2,203 students.
Malone's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,673. The poverty rate in the area is 12.4%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 197 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.5 |
| 2 | 560 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.3 |
| 3 | 224 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 489 students · 6th–8th | 3.7 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 42 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 683 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 |
Schools in Malone
Malone, New York · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$64,673
Median Home Value
$123,100
Median Rent
$821/mo
Population
12,842
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
16 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Community Profile
Malone has a median household income of $64,673. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $123,100, with a median rent of $821/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.4%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 16 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Malone, New York
How many schools are in Malone, New York?
Malone has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Malone, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Malone is 6.2 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 Malone, New York?
The top-ranked school in Malone on MySchoolScout is Saint Joseph's Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Malone, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Malone on MySchoolScout is Saint Joseph's Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Malone, New York?
The top-ranked middle school in Malone on MySchoolScout is Malone Middle School with a composite score of 3.7/10.
What is the best high school in Malone, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Malone on MySchoolScout is Franklin Academy High School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
How many school districts serve Malone, New York?
Malone is served by 2 school districts: Malone Central School District, Franklin-Essex-Hamilton Boces.
What is the education level in Malone, New York?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Malone have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Malone, New York?
The median household income in Malone is approximately $64,673 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Malone, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Malone is 8.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Malone, 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.