Best Schools in Syosset, New York
13 schools · 7 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Syosset by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Syosset Senior High School
High · Syosset Central School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Village Elementary School
Elementary · Syosset Central School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Willits Elementary School
Elementary · Syosset Central School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Syosset for 2026 are Syosset Senior High School (8.2/10), Village Elementary School (7.7/10), and Willits Elementary School (7.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 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
13
10 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$918,900
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
13
10 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$918,900
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 8.2/10 despite 14% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.3 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Syosset schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +16.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Syosset schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Syosset
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 rated schools; 13 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Syosset Senior High School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Village Elementary School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Willits Elementary School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 4 | West Side School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 5 | H B Thompson Middle School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 6 | South Woods Middle School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Robbins Lane Elementary School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 8 | Berry Hill Elementary School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 9 | South Grove Elementary School | 5.8 / 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
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $204,357
- Median home value
- $918,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 71%
- Avg commute
- 40 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 93%
54% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Syosset compares
New York rank
#166 of 473
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above New York avg (6.4)
Median household income
$204k
219% of New York median
Schools in this city
13
Syosset Central School District runs 80% of Syosset's public schools
Syosset touches 3 districts, but Syosset Central School District is the one most addresses actually attend.
Syosset Central School District accounts for 8 of 10 public schools (80%). The other 2 districts hold the remaining 2.
Among 9 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.8 to 8.2 — the spread is inside Syosset, not a citywide average.
- Syosset Central School District8 public · 80%
- Cold Spring Harbor Central School District1 public · 10%
- Nyc Special Schools - District 751 public · 10%
About Schools in Syosset, New York
Syosset, New York is home to 13 schools, including 10 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Syosset show moderate performance 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 Syosset is Syosset Senior High School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Syosset is served by 3 school districts: NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75, COLD SPRING HARBOR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 8,549 students.
Syosset's community shows 71% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $204,357. The poverty rate in the area is 3.5%.
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
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 408 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.7 | ||
| 2 | 301 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.6 | ||
| 3 | 191 students · 2nd–6th | 7.0 | ||
| 4 | 469 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.3 | ||
| 5 | 454 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.1 | ||
| 6 | 405 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.8 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Edward Confessor SchoolPrivate 150 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 955 students · 6th–8th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 785 students · 6th–8th | 6.8 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,370 students · 9th–12th | 8.2 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Our Lady of Mercy AcademyPrivate 195 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 538 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.9 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 38 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Syosset
Syosset, New York · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$204,357
Median Home Value
$918,900
Median Rent
$3,091/mo
Population
25,194
College Educated
71%
Homeownership
93%
Avg Commute
40 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Community Profile
Syosset has a median household income of $204,357. It is a well-educated community where 71% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $918,900, with a median rent of $3,091/month. The local poverty rate of 3.5% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 40 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
- Other
- 2
Resources
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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 Syosset, New York
How many schools are in Syosset, New York?
Syosset has 13 schools, including 10 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Syosset, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Syosset is 6.9 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 Syosset, New York?
The top-ranked school in Syosset on MySchoolScout is Syosset Senior High School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Syosset, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Syosset on MySchoolScout is Village Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Syosset, New York?
The top-ranked middle school in Syosset on MySchoolScout is H B Thompson Middle School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best high school in Syosset, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Syosset on MySchoolScout is Syosset Senior High School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
How many school districts serve Syosset, New York?
Syosset is served by 3 school districts: Nyc Special Schools - District 75, Cold Spring Harbor Central School District, Syosset Central School District.
What is the education level in Syosset, New York?
According to Census data, 71% of adults in Syosset have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Syosset, New York?
The median household income in Syosset is approximately $204,357 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Syosset, New York?
Yes, Syosset has 3 private schools alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Our Lady of Mercy Academy with a score of 7.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Syosset, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Syosset is 9.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Syosset, 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.