Best Schools in Montauk, New York
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Montauk School
Elementary · Montauk Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$1,186,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$1,186,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +1.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Montauk schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Montauk
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 rated schools; 1 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Montauk School | 7.2 / 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
- $129,375
- Median home value
- $1,186,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 49%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Montauk compares
Median household income
$129k
139% of New York median
Montauk Union Free School District runs Montauk's public schools
1 public school. Montauk Union Free School District is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Montauk is a Montauk Union Free School District school (1 of 1).
About Schools in Montauk, New York
Montauk, New York is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Montauk perform strongly 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 Montauk is Montauk School with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Montauk is served by 1 school district: MONTAUK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 298 students.
Montauk's community shows 49% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $129,375. The poverty rate in the area is 5.9%.
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 | 297 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.2 |
Schools in Montauk
Montauk, New York · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$129,375
Median Home Value
$1,186,400
Median Rent
$2,061/mo
Population
4,073
College Educated
49%
Homeownership
81%
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Community Profile
Montauk has a median household income of $129,375. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,186,400, with a median rent of $2,061/month. The local poverty rate of 5.9% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 1
Resources
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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 Montauk, New York
How many schools are in Montauk, New York?
Montauk has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Montauk, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Montauk 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 Montauk, New York?
The top-ranked school in Montauk on MySchoolScout is Montauk School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Montauk, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Montauk on MySchoolScout is Montauk School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Montauk, New York?
Montauk is served by 1 school district: Montauk Union Free School District.
What is the education level in Montauk, New York?
According to Census data, 49% of adults in Montauk have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Montauk, New York?
The median household income in Montauk is approximately $129,375 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Montauk, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Montauk is 7.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Montauk, 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.