Best Schools in Mastic Beach, New York
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Mastic Beach by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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William Floyd High School
High · William Floyd Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
William Paca Middle School
Middle · William Floyd Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Tangier Smith Elementary School
Elementary · William Floyd 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 Mastic Beach for 2026 are William Floyd High School (6.4/10), William Paca Middle School (5.3/10), and Tangier Smith Elementary School (4.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$321,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$321,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Mastic Beach
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | William Floyd High School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 2 | William Paca Middle School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Tangier Smith Elementary School | 4.1 / 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
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $108,877
- Median home value
- $321,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 38 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Mastic Beach compares
New York rank
#421 of 475
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below New York avg (6.2)
Median household income
$109k
117% of New York median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Mastic Beach, New York
Mastic Beach, New York is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Mastic Beach 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 Mastic Beach is William Floyd High School with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mastic Beach is served by 1 school district: WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 9,417 students.
Mastic Beach's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $108,877. The poverty rate in the area is 22.2%.
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 | 764 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.1 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 987 students · 6th–8th | 5.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3,123 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 |
Schools in Mastic Beach
Mastic Beach, New York · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$108,877
Median Home Value
$321,200
Median Rent
$2,313/mo
Population
15,830
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
38 min
Poverty Rate
22.2%
Community Profile
Mastic Beach has a median household income of $108,877. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $321,200, with a median rent of $2,313/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 1
- 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.
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Common questions about schools in Mastic Beach, New York
How many schools are in Mastic Beach, New York?
Mastic Beach has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mastic Beach, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mastic Beach is 5.3 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 Mastic Beach, New York?
The top-ranked school in Mastic Beach on MySchoolScout is William Floyd High School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mastic Beach, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mastic Beach on MySchoolScout is Tangier Smith Elementary School with a composite score of 4.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Mastic Beach, New York?
The top-ranked middle school in Mastic Beach on MySchoolScout is William Paca Middle School with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best high school in Mastic Beach, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Mastic Beach on MySchoolScout is William Floyd High School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Mastic Beach, New York?
Mastic Beach is served by 1 school district: William Floyd Union Free School District.
What is the education level in Mastic Beach, New York?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Mastic Beach have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mastic Beach, New York?
The median household income in Mastic Beach is approximately $108,877 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mastic Beach, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mastic Beach is 13.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mastic Beach, 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.