Best Schools in Nunda, New York
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Nunda by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Dalton-Nunda Elementary School
Elementary · Dalton-Nunda Central School District (keshequa). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Dalton-Nunda Secondary School
High · Dalton-Nunda Central School District (keshequa). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Dalton-Nunda Middle School
Middle · Dalton-Nunda Central School District (keshequa). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Nunda for 2026 are Dalton-Nunda Elementary School (7.2/10), Dalton-Nunda Secondary School (5.4/10), and Dalton-Nunda Middle School (5.0/10), 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
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$118,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$118,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +14.9 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Nunda schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Nunda
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dalton-Nunda Elementary School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Dalton-Nunda Secondary School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Dalton-Nunda Middle School | 5.0 / 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
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $58,045
- Median home value
- $118,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Nunda compares
New York rank
#381 of 473
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below New York avg (6.4)
Median household income
$58k
62% of New York median
Schools in this city
3
Dalton-Nunda Central School District (keshequa) runs Nunda's public schools
3 public schools. Dalton-Nunda Central School District (keshequa) is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Nunda is a Dalton-Nunda Central School District (keshequa) school (3 of 3).
Among 3 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.0 to 7.2 — the spread is inside Nunda, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Nunda, New York
Nunda, 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 5.9 out of 10, schools in Nunda 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 Nunda is Dalton-Nunda Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Nunda is served by 1 school district: DALTON-NUNDA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (KESHEQUA). These districts collectively serve 543 students.
Nunda's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $58,045. The poverty rate in the area is 17.9%.
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 | 198 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 157 students · 5th–8th | 5.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 172 students · 9th–12th | 5.4 |
Schools in Nunda
Nunda, New York · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$58,045
Median Home Value
$118,800
Median Rent
$835/mo
Population
2,588
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Community Profile
Nunda has a median household income of $58,045. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $118,800, with a median rent of $835/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.9%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. 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
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Common questions about schools in Nunda, New York
How many schools are in Nunda, New York?
Nunda has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Nunda, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Nunda is 5.9 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 Nunda, New York?
The top-ranked school in Nunda on MySchoolScout is Dalton-Nunda Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Nunda, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Nunda on MySchoolScout is Dalton-Nunda Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Nunda, New York?
The top-ranked middle school in Nunda on MySchoolScout is Dalton-Nunda Middle School with a composite score of 5.0/10.
What is the best high school in Nunda, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Nunda on MySchoolScout is Dalton-Nunda Secondary School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
How many school districts serve Nunda, New York?
Nunda is served by 1 school district: Dalton-Nunda Central School District (keshequa).
What is the education level in Nunda, New York?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Nunda have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Nunda, New York?
The median household income in Nunda is approximately $58,045 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Nunda, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Nunda is 8.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Nunda, 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.