Best Schools in Rye Brook, New York
5 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Rye Brook by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Blind Brook-Rye Middle School
Middle · Blind Brook-Rye Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Blind Brook High School
High · Blind Brook-Rye Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School
Elementary · Blind Brook-Rye Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Rye Brook for 2026 are Blind Brook-Rye Middle School (8.3/10), Blind Brook High School (8.2/10), and Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School (8.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
5
4 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$649,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
5
4 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$649,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +5.9 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Rye Brook schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Rye Brook
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 rated schools; 5 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blind Brook-Rye Middle School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Blind Brook High School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School | 8.2 / 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
- 7.7/10
- Median household income
- $110,612
- Median home value
- $649,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 44%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 57%
75% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Rye Brook compares
New York rank
#42 of 473
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.3
above New York avg (6.4)
Median household income
$111k
118% of New York median
Schools in this city
4
Blind Brook-Rye Union Free School District runs 75% of Rye Brook's public schools
Rye Brook touches 2 districts, but Blind Brook-Rye Union Free School District is the one most addresses actually attend.
Blind Brook-Rye Union Free School District accounts for 3 of 4 public schools (75%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 3 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 8.2 to 8.3 — the spread is inside Rye Brook, not a citywide average.
- Blind Brook-Rye Union Free School District3 public · 75%
- Westchester Boces1 public · 25%
About Schools in Rye Brook, New York
Rye Brook, New York is home to 5 schools, including 4 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.7 out of 10, schools in Rye Brook 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 Rye Brook is Blind Brook-Rye Middle School with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Rye Brook is served by 2 school districts: BLIND BROOK-RYE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, WESTCHESTER BOCES. These districts collectively serve 1,310 students.
Rye Brook'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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 615 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 287 students · 6th–8th | 8.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 394 students · 9th–12th | 8.2 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 309 students · Kindergarten–12th | — | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 62 students · UG–UG | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Rye Brook
Rye Brook, New York · 5 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
Rye Brook 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
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Rye Brook, New York
How many schools are in Rye Brook, New York?
Rye Brook has 5 schools, including 4 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Rye Brook, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rye Brook is 7.7 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 Rye Brook, New York?
The top-ranked school in Rye Brook on MySchoolScout is Blind Brook-Rye Middle School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Rye Brook, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Rye Brook on MySchoolScout is Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Rye Brook, New York?
The top-ranked middle school in Rye Brook on MySchoolScout is Blind Brook-Rye Middle School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best high school in Rye Brook, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Rye Brook on MySchoolScout is Blind Brook High School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
How many school districts serve Rye Brook, New York?
Rye Brook is served by 2 school districts: Blind Brook-Rye Union Free School District, Westchester Boces.
What is the education level in Rye Brook, New York?
According to Census data, 44% of adults in Rye Brook have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Rye Brook, New York?
The median household income in Rye Brook is approximately $110,612 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Rye Brook, New York?
Yes, Rye Brook has 1 private school alongside 4 public schools. The top-rated private school is Cerebral Palsy of Westchester- Inc with a score of 5.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Rye Brook, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rye Brook 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 Rye Brook, 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.