Best Schools in Ontario Center, New York
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Ontario Center by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Wayne Senior High School
High · Wayne Central School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Wayne Central Elementary School
Elementary · Wayne Central School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Wayne Central Middle School
Middle · Wayne Central 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 Ontario Center for 2026 are Wayne Senior High School (8.5/10), Wayne Central Elementary School (6.3/10), and Wayne Central Middle School (5.5/10), 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.
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4
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Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
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4
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ontario Center
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wayne Senior High School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Wayne Central Elementary School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Wayne Central Middle School | 5.5 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
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At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.7/10
25% of schools rated 7+
How Ontario Center compares
New York rank
#194 of 475
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.5
above New York avg (6.2)
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Ontario Center, New York
Ontario Center, New York is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Ontario Center 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 Ontario Center is Wayne Senior High School with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ontario Center is served by 1 school district: WAYNE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 2,027 students.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 439 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 6.4 |
| 2 | 288 students · 3rd–4th | 6.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 614 students · 5th–8th | 5.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 671 students · 9th–12th | 8.5 |
Schools in Ontario Center
Ontario Center, New York · 4 schools
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- 2
- 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 Ontario Center, New York
How many schools are in Ontario Center, New York?
Ontario Center has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ontario Center, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ontario Center is 6.7 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 Ontario Center, New York?
The top-ranked school in Ontario Center on MySchoolScout is Wayne Senior High School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ontario Center, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ontario Center on MySchoolScout is Wayne Central Elementary School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Ontario Center, New York?
The top-ranked middle school in Ontario Center on MySchoolScout is Wayne Central Middle School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best high school in Ontario Center, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Ontario Center on MySchoolScout is Wayne Senior High School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
How many school districts serve Ontario Center, New York?
Ontario Center is served by 1 school district: Wayne Central School District.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ontario Center, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ontario Center is 12.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ontario Center, 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.