Best Schools in Rockaway Park, New York
7 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 4 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Rockaway Park by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Waterside Children's Studio School
Elementary · New York City Geographic District #27. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor
Elementary · New York City Geographic District #27. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Scholars' Academy
High · New York City Geographic District #27. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Rockaway Park for 2026 are Waterside Children's Studio School (8.0/10), Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor (7.9/10), and Scholars' Academy (7.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 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
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$839,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$839,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +12.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Rockaway Park schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Rockaway Park
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 rated schools; 7 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waterside Children's Studio School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Scholars' Academy | 7.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Channel View School for Research | 5.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Rockaway Park High School for Environmental Sustainability | 5.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Rockaway Collegiate High School | 4.1 / 10 |
| 7 | Waterside School for Leadership | 4.0 / 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $103,792
- Median home value
- $839,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 43%
- Avg commute
- 46 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 51%
43% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Rockaway Park compares
New York rank
#324 of 473
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below New York avg (6.4)
Median household income
$104k
111% of New York median
Schools in this city
7
New York City Geographic District #27 runs Rockaway Park's public schools
7 public schools. New York City Geographic District #27 is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Rockaway Park is a New York City Geographic District #27 school (7 of 7).
Among 7 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.0 to 8.0 — the spread is inside Rockaway Park, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Rockaway Park, New York
Rockaway Park, New York is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 4 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Rockaway Park 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 Rockaway Park is Waterside Children's Studio School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Rockaway Park is served by 1 school district: NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. These districts collectively serve 41,663 students.
Rockaway Park's community shows 43% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $103,792. The poverty rate in the area is 11.7%.
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 | 419 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 602 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.9 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 167 students · 6th–8th | 4.0 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,193 students · 6th–12th | 7.5 |
| 2 | 1,198 students · 6th–12th | 5.9 |
| 3 | 225 students · 9th–12th | 5.8 |
| 4 | 250 students · 9th–12th | 4.1 |
Schools in Rockaway Park
Rockaway Park, New York · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$103,792
Median Home Value
$839,000
Median Rent
$1,787/mo
Population
21,430
College Educated
43%
Homeownership
51%
Avg Commute
46 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Community Profile
Rockaway Park has a median household income of $103,792. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $839,000, with a median rent of $1,787/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.7%. The average commute in the area is 46 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 4
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Common questions about schools in Rockaway Park, New York
How many schools are in Rockaway Park, New York?
Rockaway Park has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Rockaway Park, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rockaway Park is 6.2 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 Rockaway Park, New York?
The top-ranked school in Rockaway Park on MySchoolScout is Waterside Children's Studio School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Rockaway Park, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Rockaway Park on MySchoolScout is Waterside Children's Studio School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Rockaway Park, New York?
The top-ranked middle school in Rockaway Park on MySchoolScout is Waterside School for Leadership with a composite score of 4.0/10.
What is the best high school in Rockaway Park, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Rockaway Park on MySchoolScout is Scholars' Academy with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Rockaway Park, New York?
Rockaway Park is served by 1 school district: New York City Geographic District #27.
What is the education level in Rockaway Park, New York?
According to Census data, 43% of adults in Rockaway Park have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Rockaway Park, New York?
The median household income in Rockaway Park is approximately $103,792 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Rockaway Park, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rockaway Park is 11.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rockaway Park, 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.