Best Schools in Port Chester, New York
6 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Port Chester by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Port Chester Senior High School
High · Port Chester-rye Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Park Avenue School
Elementary · Port Chester-rye Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Thomas a Edison School
Elementary · Port Chester-rye 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 Port Chester for 2026 are Port Chester Senior High School (8.2/10), Park Avenue School (6.3/10), and Thomas a Edison School (6.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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
6
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$649,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$649,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Port Chester
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Port Chester Senior High School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Park Avenue School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Thomas a Edison School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Port Chester Middle School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 5 | King Street School | 3.5 / 10 |
| 6 | John F Kennedy Elementary School | 3.1 / 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
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $110,612
- Median home value
- $649,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 44%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 57%
17% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Port Chester compares
New York rank
#410 of 475
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.9
below New York avg (6.2)
Median household income
$111k
118% of New York median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Port Chester, New York
Port Chester, New York is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Port Chester 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 Port Chester is Port Chester Senior High School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Port Chester is served by 1 school district: PORT CHESTER-RYE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 4,543 students.
Port Chester's community shows 44% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $110,612. The poverty rate in the area is 10.6%.
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 | 450 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.3 |
| 2 | 374 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.0 |
| 3 | 399 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.5 |
| 4 | 734 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.1 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 926 students · 6th–8th | 5.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,572 students · 9th–12th | 8.2 |
Schools in Port Chester
Port Chester, New York · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$110,612
Median Home Value
$649,900
Median Rent
$1,940/mo
Population
40,982
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
57%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Community Profile
Port Chester has a median household income of $110,612. It is a well-educated community where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $649,900, with a median rent of $1,940/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.6%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 4
- 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.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Port Chester, New York
How many schools are in Port Chester, New York?
Port Chester has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Port Chester, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Port Chester is 5.4 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 Port Chester, New York?
The top-ranked school in Port Chester on MySchoolScout is Port Chester Senior High School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Port Chester, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Port Chester on MySchoolScout is Park Avenue School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Port Chester, New York?
The top-ranked middle school in Port Chester on MySchoolScout is Port Chester Middle School with a composite score of 5.1/10.
What is the best high school in Port Chester, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Port Chester on MySchoolScout is Port Chester Senior High School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
How many school districts serve Port Chester, New York?
Port Chester is served by 1 school district: Port Chester-rye Union Free School District.
What is the education level in Port Chester, New York?
According to Census data, 44% of adults in Port Chester have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Port Chester, New York?
The median household income in Port Chester is approximately $110,612 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Port Chester, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Port Chester is 14.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Port Chester, 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.