Best Schools in Ossining, New York
7 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Ossining by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Roosevelt School
Middle · Ossining Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Claremont School
Elementary · Ossining Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Ossining High School
High · Ossining Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Ossining for 2026 are Roosevelt School (7.6/10), Claremont School (7.4/10), and Ossining High School (6.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
7
6 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$486,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
7
6 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$486,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +8.6 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Ossining schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Ossining
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 rated schools; 7 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roosevelt School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Claremont School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Ossining High School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Anne M Dorner Middle School | 6.4 / 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
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $113,069
- Median home value
- $486,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 46%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 61%
43% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ossining compares
New York rank
#173 of 473
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.5
above New York avg (6.4)
Median household income
$113k
121% of New York median
Schools in this city
7
Ossining Union Free School District runs Ossining's public schools
6 public schools. Ossining Union Free School District is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Ossining is a Ossining Union Free School District school (6 of 6).
Among 4 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.4 to 7.6 — the spread is inside Ossining, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Ossining, New York
Ossining, New York is home to 7 schools, including 6 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Ossining 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 Ossining is Park School with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ossining is served by 1 school district: OSSINING UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 4,993 students.
Ossining's community shows 46% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $113,069. The poverty rate in the area is 7.9%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 568 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 7.6 | ||
| 2 | 748 students · 3rd–4th | 7.4 | ||
| 3 | 678 students · 1st–2nd | 6.9 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Augustine SchoolPrivate 338 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 318 students · 5th–5th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 1,031 students · 6th–8th | 6.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,598 students · 9th–12th | 6.9 |
Schools in Ossining
Ossining, New York · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$113,069
Median Home Value
$486,700
Median Rent
$2,118/mo
Population
33,700
College Educated
46%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Community Profile
Ossining has a median household income of $113,069. It is a well-educated community where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $486,700, with a median rent of $2,118/month. The local poverty rate of 7.9% 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
- 4
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Ossining, New York
How many schools are in Ossining, New York?
Ossining has 7 schools, including 6 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ossining, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ossining is 6.9 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 Ossining, New York?
The top-ranked school in Ossining on MySchoolScout is Roosevelt School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ossining, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ossining on MySchoolScout is Claremont School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Ossining, New York?
The top-ranked middle school in Ossining on MySchoolScout is Roosevelt School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Ossining, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Ossining on MySchoolScout is Ossining High School with a composite score of 6.9/10.
How many school districts serve Ossining, New York?
Ossining is served by 1 school district: Ossining Union Free School District.
What is the education level in Ossining, New York?
According to Census data, 46% of adults in Ossining have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ossining, New York?
The median household income in Ossining is approximately $113,069 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Ossining, New York?
Yes, Ossining has 1 private school alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Augustine School with a score of 5.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ossining, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ossining is 12.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ossining, 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.