Best Schools in Saint Albans, New York
8 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Saint Albans by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Riverton Street Charter School
Elementary · Riverton Street Charter School. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
PS 136 Roy Wilkins
Elementary · New York City Geographic District #29. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
PS 36 Saint Albans School
Elementary · New York City Geographic District #29. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Saint Albans for 2026 are Riverton Street Charter School (6.4/10), PS 136 Roy Wilkins (5.5/10), and PS 36 Saint Albans School (5.4/10), 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
8
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$633,800
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$633,800
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Saint Albans
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Riverton Street Charter School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 2 | PS 136 Roy Wilkins | 5.5 / 10 |
| 3 | PS 36 Saint Albans School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Is 192 Linden (the) | 5.4 / 10 |
| 5 | PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry | 5.2 / 10 |
| 6 | Pathways College Preparatory School: a College Board School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 7 | PS 360 | 3.8 / 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
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $98,418
- Median home value
- $633,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 48 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Saint Albans compares
New York rank
#419 of 475
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.9
below New York avg (6.2)
Median household income
$98k
105% of New York median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Saint Albans, New York
Saint Albans, New York is home to 8 schools, including 8 public schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Saint Albans 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 Saint Albans is Riverton Street Charter School with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Saint Albans is served by 3 school districts: NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29, RIVERTON STREET CHARTER SCHOOL, ACHIEVEMENT FIRST LEGACY CHARTER SCHOOL. These districts collectively serve 24,829 students.
Saint Albans's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $98,418. The poverty rate in the area is 9.6%.
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
6 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 987 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.4 |
| 2 | 364 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.5 |
| 3 | 293 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.4 |
| 4 | 194 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 5.4 |
| 5 | 385 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.2 |
| 6 | 294 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 351 students · 6th–8th | 5.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 715 students · 6th–12th | 5.1 |
Schools in Saint Albans
Saint Albans, New York · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$98,418
Median Home Value
$633,800
Median Rent
$1,630/mo
Population
41,350
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
48 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Community Profile
Saint Albans has a median household income of $98,418. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $633,800, with a median rent of $1,630/month. The local poverty rate of 9.6% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 48 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
- 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 Saint Albans, New York
How many schools are in Saint Albans, New York?
Saint Albans has 8 schools, including 8 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Saint Albans, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Saint Albans is 5.3 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 Saint Albans, New York?
The top-ranked school in Saint Albans on MySchoolScout is Riverton Street Charter School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Saint Albans, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Saint Albans on MySchoolScout is Riverton Street Charter School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Saint Albans, New York?
The top-ranked middle school in Saint Albans on MySchoolScout is Is 192 Linden (the) with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best high school in Saint Albans, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Saint Albans on MySchoolScout is Pathways College Preparatory School: a College Board School with a composite score of 5.1/10.
How many school districts serve Saint Albans, New York?
Saint Albans is served by 3 school districts: New York City Geographic District #29, Riverton Street Charter School, Achievement First Legacy Charter School.
What is the education level in Saint Albans, New York?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Saint Albans have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Saint Albans, New York?
The median household income in Saint Albans is approximately $98,418 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Saint Albans, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Saint Albans is 13.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Saint Albans, 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.