Best Schools in Shirley, New York
4 schools · 4 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Shirley by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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William Floyd Learning Center
Elementary · William Floyd Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School
Elementary · William Floyd Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
William Floyd Elementary School
Elementary · William Floyd 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 Shirley for 2026 are William Floyd Learning Center (8.0/10), Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School (5.1/10), and William Floyd Elementary School (4.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$386,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$386,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Shirley
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | William Floyd Learning Center | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 3 | William Floyd Elementary School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 4 | John S Hobart Elementary School | 3.9 / 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
- $106,810
- Median home value
- $386,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 91%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Shirley compares
New York rank
#403 of 475
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below New York avg (6.2)
Median household income
$107k
114% of New York median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Shirley, New York
Shirley, New York is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Shirley 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 Shirley is William Floyd Learning Center with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Shirley is served by 1 school district: WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 9,417 students.
Shirley's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $106,810. The poverty rate in the area is 7.9%.
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 | 71 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 786 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.1 |
| 3 | 744 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.7 |
| 4 | 784 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.9 |
Schools in Shirley
Shirley, New York · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$106,810
Median Home Value
$386,300
Median Rent
$2,157/mo
Population
27,266
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
91%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Community Profile
Shirley has a median household income of $106,810. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $386,300, with a median rent of $2,157/month. The local poverty rate of 7.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 4
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Common questions about schools in Shirley, New York
How many schools are in Shirley, New York?
Shirley has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Shirley, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Shirley 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 Shirley, New York?
The top-ranked school in Shirley on MySchoolScout is William Floyd Learning Center with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Shirley, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Shirley on MySchoolScout is William Floyd Learning Center with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Shirley, New York?
Shirley is served by 1 school district: William Floyd Union Free School District.
What is the education level in Shirley, New York?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Shirley have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Shirley, New York?
The median household income in Shirley is approximately $106,810 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Shirley, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Shirley is 11.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Shirley, 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.