Best Schools in Oyster Bay, New York
6 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Oyster Bay Middle School
Middle · Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Oyster Bay High School
High · Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
6
3 public · 3 private
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$921,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
6
3 public · 3 private
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$921,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +22.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Oyster Bay schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Oyster Bay
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 6 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oyster Bay Middle School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Oyster Bay High School | 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
- $163,134
- Median home value
- $921,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 58%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Oyster Bay compares
New York rank
#99 of 473
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.9
above New York avg (6.4)
Median household income
$163k
175% of New York median
Schools in this city
6
Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District runs Oyster Bay's public schools
3 public schools. Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Oyster Bay is a Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District school (3 of 3).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.7 to 8.4 — the spread is inside Oyster Bay, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Oyster Bay, New York
Oyster Bay, New York is home to 6 schools, including 3 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Oyster Bay perform strongly 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 Oyster Bay is East Woods School with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Oyster Bay is served by 1 school district: OYSTER BAY-EAST NORWICH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 1,390 students.
Oyster Bay's community shows 58% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $163,134. The poverty rate in the area is 8.0%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 324 students · Pre-K–2nd | 7.5 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | East Woods SchoolPrivate 133 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | St Dominic Elementary SchoolPrivate 160 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 219 students · 7th–8th | 8.4 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 417 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 | ||
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 Dominic High SchoolPrivate 280 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Oyster Bay
Oyster Bay, New York · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$163,134
Median Home Value
$921,300
Median Rent
$1,961/mo
Population
10,173
College Educated
58%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
8.0%
Community Profile
Oyster Bay has a median household income of $163,134. It is a well-educated community where 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $921,300, with a median rent of $1,961/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Oyster Bay, New York
How many schools are in Oyster Bay, New York?
Oyster Bay has 6 schools, including 3 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Oyster Bay, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Oyster Bay 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 Oyster Bay, New York?
The top-ranked school in Oyster Bay on MySchoolScout is Oyster Bay Middle School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Oyster Bay, New York?
The top-ranked middle school in Oyster Bay on MySchoolScout is Oyster Bay Middle School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best high school in Oyster Bay, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Oyster Bay on MySchoolScout is Oyster Bay High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Oyster Bay, New York?
Oyster Bay is served by 1 school district: Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District.
What is the education level in Oyster Bay, New York?
According to Census data, 58% of adults in Oyster Bay have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Oyster Bay, New York?
The median household income in Oyster Bay is approximately $163,134 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Oyster Bay, New York?
Yes, Oyster Bay has 3 private schools alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is East Woods School with a score of 8.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Oyster Bay, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Oyster Bay is 9.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Oyster Bay, 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.