Best Schools in Oceanside, New York
10 schools · 7 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Oceanside by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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School 7-oceanside Senior High School
High · Oceanside Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
School 4
Elementary · Oceanside Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
School 2
Elementary · Oceanside 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 Oceanside for 2026 are School 7-oceanside Senior High School (9.1/10), School 4 (8.5/10), and School 2 (7.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 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
10
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$627,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
10
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$627,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 9.1/10 despite 20% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.6 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Oceanside schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Oceanside
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | School 7-oceanside Senior High School | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | School 4 | 8.5 / 10 |
| 3 | School 2 | 7.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Castleton Academy High School of Oceanside | 7.5 / 10 |
| 5 | School 9e-boardman Elementary School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 6 | School 3 | 7.2 / 10 |
| 7 | School 8 | 7.2 / 10 |
| 8 | School 9m-oceanside Middle School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 9 | School 5 | 6.7 / 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
- 7.3/10
- Median household income
- $144,419
- Median home value
- $627,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 48%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 92%
70% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Oceanside compares
New York rank
#98 of 475
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.1
above New York avg (6.2)
Median household income
$144k
155% of New York median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in Oceanside, New York
Oceanside, New York is home to 10 schools, including 10 public schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Oceanside perform strongly 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 Oceanside is School 7-oceanside Senior High School with a composite score of 9.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Oceanside is served by 1 school district: OCEANSIDE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 5,544 students.
Oceanside's community shows 48% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $144,419. The poverty rate in the area is 2.8%.
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
7 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 271 students · 1st–6th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 412 students · 1st–6th | 7.6 |
| 3 | 326 students · 1st–6th | 7.2 |
| 4 | 477 students · 1st–6th | 7.2 |
| 5 | 419 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.2 |
| 6 | 450 students · 1st–6th | 6.7 |
| 7 | 622 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 5.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 810 students · 7th–8th | 6.8 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,692 students · 9th–12th | 9.1 |
| 2 | 34 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 |
Schools in Oceanside
Oceanside, New York · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$144,419
Median Home Value
$627,300
Median Rent
$2,118/mo
Population
30,627
College Educated
48%
Homeownership
92%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Community Profile
Oceanside has a median household income of $144,419. It is a well-educated community where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $627,300, with a median rent of $2,118/month. The local poverty rate of 2.8% 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
- 7
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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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.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Oceanside, New York
How many schools are in Oceanside, New York?
Oceanside has 10 schools, including 10 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Oceanside, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Oceanside is 7.3 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 Oceanside, New York?
The top-ranked school in Oceanside on MySchoolScout is School 7-oceanside Senior High School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Oceanside, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Oceanside on MySchoolScout is School 4 with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Oceanside, New York?
The top-ranked middle school in Oceanside on MySchoolScout is School 9m-oceanside Middle School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best high school in Oceanside, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Oceanside on MySchoolScout is School 7-oceanside Senior High School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
How many school districts serve Oceanside, New York?
Oceanside is served by 1 school district: Oceanside Union Free School District.
What is the education level in Oceanside, New York?
According to Census data, 48% of adults in Oceanside have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Oceanside, New York?
The median household income in Oceanside is approximately $144,419 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Oceanside, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Oceanside is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Oceanside, 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.