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6.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Newark, New York

6 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other

Public: 6
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 6.3/10
Estimated Scores: 50%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.3/10

33% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$61,117

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$133,500

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
19%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
22 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
69%

Of occupied housing units

How Newark compares

New York rank

#237 of 475

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.0

above New York avg (6.3)

Median household income

$61k

65% of New York median

Schools in this city

6

About Schools in Newark, New York

Newark, New York is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Newark show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Newark is Norman R Kelley Intermediate School with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Newark is served by 2 school districts: NEWARK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, ONTARIO-SENECA-YATES-CAYUGA-WAYNE BOCES. These districts collectively serve 1,929 students.

Newark's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,117. The poverty rate in the area is 15.1%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (6) Elementary (3) Middle (1) High (1)
Filter by Type: All Types (6) Public (6)
Filter by Rating: All Ratings (6) Academics (6) Growth (3) Diversity (3) Resources (6)
Filter by ZIP: 14513 (6)

Elementary Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1
NORMAN R KELLEY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL
374 students · 3rd–5th 		7.3
2
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
207 students · Pre-K–2nd 		6.2
3
PERKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
269 students · Pre-K–2nd 		6.2

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
NEWARK MIDDLE SCHOOL
415 students · 6th–8th 		5.5

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
NEWARK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
576 students · 9th–12th 		5.8

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
ONTARIO-SENECA-YATES-CAYUGA-WAYNE BOCES
707 students · Kindergarten–12th 		7.1

Schools in Newark

Newark, New York · 6 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$61,117

Median Home Value

$133,500

Median Rent

$1,027/mo

Population

13,501

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Community Profile

Newark has a median household income of $61,117. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $133,500, with a median rent of $1,027/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.1%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
New York
Total Schools
6
Elementary
3
Middle
1
High
1
Districts
2
Avg Rating
6.3/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Newark schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Newark 📊 Niche Newark Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School Districts (2)

NEWARK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

5 schools · 1,929 students

ONTARIO-SENECA-YATES-CAYUGA-WAYNE BOCES

1 school

Nearby Cities

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6 mi
Lyons (3 schools)
6 mi
Palmyra (4 schools)
6 mi
Marion (2 schools)
9 mi
Shortsville (3 schools)
9 mi
Sodus (3 schools)
13 mi
Williamson (3 schools)
13 mi
Geneva (6 schools)
13 mi
Macedon (1 school)
10 mi
Walworth (3 schools)
12 mi
Canandaigua (5 schools)
14 mi
Clyde (4 schools)
12 mi
Stanley (1 school)
17 mi
Farmington (1 school)
13 mi
North Rose (1 school)
15 mi

Other Major Cities in New York

Top metros statewide by school count.

Brooklyn 764 schools Bronx 513 schools New York 481 schools Rochester 147 schools Staten Island 113 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Newark, New York

How many schools are in Newark, New York?

Newark has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Newark, New York?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Newark is 6.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Newark, New York?

The top-ranked school in Newark on MySchoolScout is Norman R Kelley Intermediate School with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Newark, New York?

The top-ranked elementary school in Newark on MySchoolScout is Norman R Kelley Intermediate School with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Newark, New York?

The top-ranked middle school in Newark on MySchoolScout is Newark Middle School with a composite score of 5.5/10.

What is the best high school in Newark, New York?

The top-ranked high school in Newark on MySchoolScout is Newark Senior High School with a composite score of 5.8/10.

How many school districts serve Newark, New York?

Newark is served by 2 school districts: Newark Central School District, Ontario-seneca-yates-cayuga-wayne Boces.

What is the education level in Newark, New York?

According to Census data, 19% of adults in Newark have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Newark, New York?

The median household income in Newark is approximately $61,117 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Newark, New York?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Newark is 8.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Newark, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.