Best Schools in Rosedale, New York
7 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle
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Use this page to compare every school in Rosedale by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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PS 38 Rosedale
Elementary · New York City Geographic District #29. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Gordon Parks School (the)
Elementary · New York City Geographic District #29. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
St Clare Catholic Academy
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Rosedale for 2026 are PS 38 Rosedale (8.1/10), Gordon Parks School (the) (5.3/10), and St Clare Catholic Academy (5.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
5 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$629,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
7
5 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$629,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Rosedale
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | PS 38 Rosedale | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Gordon Parks School (the) | 5.3 / 10 |
| 3 | St Clare Catholic Academy | 5.2 / 10 |
| 4 | PS 195 William Haberle | 4.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Ps/ms 138 Sunrise | 4.1 / 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
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $108,519
- Median home value
- $629,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Avg commute
- 50 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
17% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Rosedale compares
New York rank
#364 of 475
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below New York avg (6.2)
Median household income
$109k
116% of New York median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Rosedale, New York
Rosedale, New York is home to 7 schools, including 5 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Rosedale 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 Rosedale is PS 38 Rosedale with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Rosedale is served by 2 school districts: NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - ROSEDALE. These districts collectively serve 24,918 students.
Rosedale's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $108,519. The poverty rate in the area is 8.5%.
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.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 232 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.1 | ||
| 2 | 1,270 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.9 | ||
| 3 | 621 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.3 | ||
| 4 | 316 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.5 | ||
| 5 | 626 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.1 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Clare Catholic Academy
Private
198 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.2 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Christ Lutheran School
Private
14 students · 1st–8th | — |
Schools in Rosedale
Rosedale, New York · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$108,519
Median Home Value
$629,100
Median Rent
$2,327/mo
Population
33,085
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
50 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Community Profile
Rosedale has a median household income of $108,519. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $629,100, with a median rent of $2,327/month. The local poverty rate of 8.5% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 50 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Rosedale, New York
How many schools are in Rosedale, New York?
Rosedale has 7 schools, including 5 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Rosedale, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rosedale is 5.7 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 Rosedale, New York?
The top-ranked school in Rosedale on MySchoolScout is PS 38 Rosedale with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Rosedale, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Rosedale on MySchoolScout is PS 38 Rosedale with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Rosedale, New York?
Rosedale is served by 2 school districts: New York City Geographic District #29, Success Academy Charter School - Rosedale.
What is the education level in Rosedale, New York?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Rosedale have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Rosedale, New York?
The median household income in Rosedale is approximately $108,519 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Rosedale, New York?
Yes, Rosedale has 2 private schools alongside 5 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Clare Catholic Academy with a score of 5.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Rosedale, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rosedale is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rosedale, 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.