Best Schools in Shrub Oak, New York
1 schools · 1 High
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Lakeland High School
High · Lakeland Central School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.6
out of 10
Median Home
$522,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.6
out of 10
Median Home
$522,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Shrub Oak
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lakeland High School | 8.6 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.6/10
- Median household income
- $171,598
- Median home value
- $522,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 52%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Shrub Oak compares
Median household income
$172k
184% of New York median
About Schools in Shrub Oak, New York
Shrub Oak, New York is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 8.6 out of 10, schools in Shrub Oak perform strongly 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 Shrub Oak is Lakeland High School with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Shrub Oak is served by 1 school district: LAKELAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 5,422 students.
Shrub Oak's community shows 52% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $171,598. The poverty rate in the area is 0.9%.
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.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 953 students · 9th–12th | 8.6 |
Schools in Shrub Oak
Shrub Oak, New York · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$171,598
Median Home Value
$522,400
Median Rent
$1,281/mo
Population
3,081
College Educated
52%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
0.9%
Community Profile
Shrub Oak has a median household income of $171,598. It is a well-educated community where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $522,400, with a median rent of $1,281/month. The local poverty rate of 0.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Shrub Oak, New York
How many schools are in Shrub Oak, New York?
Shrub Oak has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Shrub Oak, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Shrub Oak is 8.6 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 Shrub Oak, New York?
The top-ranked school in Shrub Oak on MySchoolScout is Lakeland High School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best high school in Shrub Oak, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Shrub Oak on MySchoolScout is Lakeland High School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
How many school districts serve Shrub Oak, New York?
Shrub Oak is served by 1 school district: Lakeland Central School District.
What is the education level in Shrub Oak, New York?
According to Census data, 52% of adults in Shrub Oak have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Shrub Oak, New York?
The median household income in Shrub Oak is approximately $171,598 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Shrub Oak, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Shrub Oak 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 Shrub Oak, 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.