6.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Penfield, New York

9 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 5

Private: 4

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.8/10

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The short answer

The top-rated schools in Penfield for 2026 are Penfield Senior High School (8.5/10), Harris Hill Elementary School (8.0/10), and Scribner Road Elementary School (7.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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.

Top-Rated Schools in Penfield

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Penfield Senior High School	8.5 / 10	High	—	93th
2	Harris Hill Elementary School	8.0 / 10	Elementary	—	85th
3	Scribner Road Elementary School	7.7 / 10	Elementary	—	78th
4	Cobbles Elementary School	7.4 / 10	Elementary	—	72th
5	Bay Trail Middle School	7.0 / 10	Middle	—	64th
6	St Joseph Elementary School	5.9 / 10	Elementary	—	37th
7	Charles Finney School (the)	5.8 / 10	Other	—	32th
8	Southeast Christian Academy	4.1 / 10	Other	—	3th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.8/10
Median household income: $110,566
Median home value: $256,600
Bachelor's degree or higher: 62%
Avg commute: 20 min
Owner-occupied homes: 83%

How Penfield compares

New York rank

#176 of 475

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.6

above New York avg (6.2)

Median household income

$111k

118% of New York median

Schools in this city

8

About Schools in Penfield, New York

Penfield, New York is home to 9 schools, including 5 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Penfield 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 Penfield is Penfield Senior High School with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Penfield is served by 1 school district: PENFIELD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 4,680 students.

Penfield's community shows 62% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $110,566. The poverty rate in the area is 4.5%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

5 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Harris Hill Elementary School 451 students · Kindergarten–5th	451	Kindergarten–5th	8.0
2	Scribner Road Elementary School 565 students · Kindergarten–5th	565	Kindergarten–5th	7.7
3	Cobbles Elementary School 554 students · Kindergarten–5th	554	Kindergarten–5th	7.4
Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	St Joseph Elementary School Private 195 students · Pre-K–6th	195	Pre-K–6th	5.9
2	Penfield Village Nursery School & Kindergarten Private 23 students · Pre-K–TK	23	Pre-K–TK	—

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Bay Trail Middle School 1,104 students · 6th–8th	1,104	6th–8th	7.0

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Penfield Senior High School 1,398 students · 9th–12th	1,398	9th–12th	8.5

Other Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Charles Finney School (the) Private 446 students · Pre-K–12th	446	Pre-K–12th	5.8
2	Southeast Christian Academy Private 60 students · Kindergarten–12th	60	Kindergarten–12th	4.1

Schools in Penfield

Penfield, New York · 9 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$110,566

Median Home Value

$256,600

Median Rent

$1,168/mo

Population

19,348

College Educated

62%

Homeownership

83%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Community Profile

Penfield has a median household income of $110,566. It is a well-educated community where 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $256,600, with a median rent of $1,168/month. The local poverty rate of 4.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: New York
Elementary: 5
Middle: 1
High: 1
Other: 2

Resources

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School District

PENFIELD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

6 schools · 4,680 students

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Penfield, New York

How many schools are in Penfield, New York?

Penfield has 9 schools, including 5 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Penfield, New York?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Penfield is 6.8 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 Penfield, New York?

The top-ranked school in Penfield on MySchoolScout is Penfield Senior High School with a composite score of 8.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in Penfield, New York?

The top-ranked elementary school in Penfield on MySchoolScout is Harris Hill Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10.

What is the best middle school in Penfield, New York?

The top-ranked middle school in Penfield on MySchoolScout is Bay Trail Middle School with a composite score of 7.0/10.

What is the best high school in Penfield, New York?

The top-ranked high school in Penfield on MySchoolScout is Penfield Senior High School with a composite score of 8.5/10.

How many school districts serve Penfield, New York?

Penfield is served by 1 school district: Penfield Central School District.

What is the education level in Penfield, New York?

According to Census data, 62% of adults in Penfield have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Penfield, New York?

The median household income in Penfield is approximately $110,566 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Penfield, New York?

Yes, Penfield has 4 private schools alongside 5 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Joseph Elementary School with a score of 5.9/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Penfield, New York?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Penfield is 13.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Penfield, 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.