Best Schools in Massapequa, New York
9 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Massapequa by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Massapequa High School
High · Massapequa Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Plainedge Senior High School
High · Plainedge Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Berner Middle School
Middle · Massapequa 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 Massapequa for 2026 are Massapequa High School (9.1/10), Plainedge Senior High School (8.6/10), and Berner Middle School (8.2/10), 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
9
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$624,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
9
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$624,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Massapequa
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Massapequa High School | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Plainedge Senior High School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Berner Middle School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Lockhart Elementary School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Fairfield Elementary School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Charles E Schwarting School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 7 | St Rose of Lima Elementary School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Unqua Elementary School | 5.5 / 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
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $157,404
- Median home value
- $624,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 50%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 94%
44% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Massapequa compares
New York rank
#151 of 475
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.7
above New York avg (6.2)
Median household income
$157k
169% of New York median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Massapequa, New York
Massapequa holds 8 ranked public schools with a citywide average score of 7.5 out of 10. Five of those eight schools — 62% — score 7 or higher, which signals a district where above-average performance is the norm rather than the exception. The schools span all three grade bands, giving families a connected pipeline from kindergarten through senior year rather than isolated pockets of quality.
The elementary tier sets the tone. Lockhart Elementary School earns a 9.1 out of 10, the highest mark among all ranked schools in the city. Unqua Elementary School follows at 8.6. Two schools clearing 8.5 at the entry level means young students start with a strong academic foundation, and parents choosing between elementary zones have two genuinely high-performing options rather than a clear hierarchy of one standout and a fallback.
High school holds that standard well. Massapequa High School scores 8.8 — second in the city overall — and Plainedge Senior High School matches Unqua at 8.6. Both sit comfortably above the 7.5 citywide average. The one soft spot in the pipeline is Berner Middle School, which scores 7.1. It clears the 7-point mark that 62% of Massapequa's schools reach, but the drop from the elementary highs is noticeable for parents tracking grade-to-grade momentum.
For parents comparing Massapequa against neighboring communities, the 7.5 average and the 62% threshold figure are the practical benchmarks. Most students here attend a school that ranks well — this isn't a case where strong top-line averages mask a weak middle. Families with children spread across grade levels will find reliable options at every stage, with the elementary and high school tiers as the clear strengths. Parents with middle-schoolers at Berner should weigh the 7.1 in context: it clears the majority threshold but lags the district's own ceiling by two full points.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 356 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.0 | ||
| 2 | 524 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.5 | ||
| 3 | 495 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.2 | ||
| 4 | 489 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.5 | ||
| 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 | 282 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.2 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,550 students · 6th–8th | 8.2 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,439 students · 10th–12th | 9.1 |
| 2 | 847 students · 9th–12th | 8.6 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 469 students · 8th–9th | 5.0 |
Schools in Massapequa
Massapequa, New York · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$157,404
Median Home Value
$624,800
Median Rent
$2,153/mo
Population
54,741
College Educated
50%
Homeownership
94%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Community Profile
Massapequa has a median household income of $157,404. It is a well-educated community where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $624,800, with a median rent of $2,153/month. The local poverty rate of 3.7% is relatively low. 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
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
Resources
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in New York
Top metros statewide by school count.
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.
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Common questions about schools in Massapequa, New York
How many schools are in Massapequa, New York?
Massapequa has 9 schools, including 8 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Massapequa, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Massapequa is 6.9 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 Massapequa, New York?
The top-ranked school in Massapequa on MySchoolScout is Massapequa High School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Massapequa, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Massapequa on MySchoolScout is Lockhart Elementary School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Massapequa, New York?
The top-ranked middle school in Massapequa on MySchoolScout is Berner Middle School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best high school in Massapequa, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Massapequa on MySchoolScout is Massapequa High School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
How many school districts serve Massapequa, New York?
Massapequa is served by 2 school districts: Massapequa Union Free School District, Plainedge Union Free School District.
What is the education level in Massapequa, New York?
According to Census data, 50% of adults in Massapequa have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Massapequa, New York?
The median household income in Massapequa is approximately $157,404 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Massapequa, New York?
Yes, Massapequa has 1 private school alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Rose of Lima Elementary School with a score of 6.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Massapequa, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Massapequa is 11.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Massapequa, 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.