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5.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Southampton, New York

6 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 4
Private: 2
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 5.8/10
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Choosing a school in Southampton?

Use this page to compare every school in Southampton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Southampton High School

8.4/10

High · Southampton Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Our Lady of the Hamptons Regional Catholic School

6.3/10

Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Tuckahoe School

5.2/10

Elementary · Tuckahoe Common 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 Southampton for 2026 are Southampton High School (8.4/10), Our Lady of the Hamptons Regional Catholic School (6.3/10), and Tuckahoe School (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

6

4 public · 2 private

Avg Score

5.8

out of 10

Median Home

$1,171,100

home value · ACS

Districts

2

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Southampton

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Southampton High School 8.4 / 10
2 Our Lady of the Hamptons Regional Catholic School 6.3 / 10
3 Tuckahoe School 5.2 / 10
4 Southampton Elementary School 4.7 / 10
5 Southampton Intermediate School 4.5 / 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
5.8/10

20% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$146,138

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$1,171,100

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
61%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
28 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
86%

Of occupied housing units

How Southampton compares

New York rank

#337 of 475

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.4

below New York avg (6.2)

Median household income

$146k

156% of New York median

Schools in this city

5

About Schools in Southampton, New York

Southampton, New York is home to 6 schools, including 4 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Southampton 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 Southampton is Southampton High School with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Southampton is served by 2 school districts: SOUTHAMPTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, TUCKAHOE COMMON SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 1,576 students.

Southampton's community shows 61% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $146,138. The poverty rate in the area is 5.2%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 11968 (6)

Elementary Schools

4 schools
# School Rating
1 246 students · Pre-K–8th 5.2
2 385 students · Pre-K–4th 4.7
Private Schools 2 schools

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1 306 students · Pre-K–8th 6.3
2 14 students · Pre-K–2nd

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 348 students · 5th–8th 4.5

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 588 students · 9th–12th 8.4

Schools in Southampton

Southampton, New York · 6 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$146,138

Median Home Value

$1,171,100

Median Rent

$2,068/mo

Population

14,263

College Educated

61%

Homeownership

86%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Community Profile

Southampton has a median household income of $146,138. It is a well-educated community where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,171,100, with a median rent of $2,068/month. The local poverty rate of 5.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Southampton, New York

How many schools are in Southampton, New York?

Southampton has 6 schools, including 4 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Southampton, New York?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Southampton is 5.8 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 Southampton, New York?

The top-ranked school in Southampton on MySchoolScout is Southampton High School with a composite score of 8.4/10.

What is the best elementary school in Southampton, New York?

The top-ranked elementary school in Southampton on MySchoolScout is Our Lady of the Hamptons Regional Catholic School with a composite score of 6.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Southampton, New York?

The top-ranked middle school in Southampton on MySchoolScout is Southampton Intermediate School with a composite score of 4.5/10.

What is the best high school in Southampton, New York?

The top-ranked high school in Southampton on MySchoolScout is Southampton High School with a composite score of 8.4/10.

How many school districts serve Southampton, New York?

Southampton is served by 2 school districts: Southampton Union Free School District, Tuckahoe Common School District.

What is the education level in Southampton, New York?

According to Census data, 61% of adults in Southampton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Southampton, New York?

The median household income in Southampton is approximately $146,138 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Southampton, New York?

Yes, Southampton has 2 private schools alongside 4 public schools. The top-rated private school is Our Lady of the Hamptons Regional Catholic School with a score of 6.3/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Southampton, New York?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Southampton is 9.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Southampton, 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.