Best Schools in Tappan, New York
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.9
out of 10
Median Home
$593,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.9
out of 10
Median Home
$593,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.9/10
- Median household income
- $178,664
- Median home value
- $593,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 62%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 93%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Tappan compares
Median household income
$179k
191% of New York median
About Schools in Tappan, New York
Tappan, New York is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.9 out of 10, schools in Tappan 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 Tappan is William O Schaefer Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Tappan is served by 1 school district: SOUTH ORANGETOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 2,832 students.
Tappan's community shows 62% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $178,664. The poverty rate in the area is 0.5%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 579 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 7.9 |
Schools in Tappan
Tappan, New York · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$178,664
Median Home Value
$593,200
Median Rent
$2,237/mo
Population
5,489
College Educated
62%
Homeownership
93%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
0.5%
Community Profile
Tappan has a median household income of $178,664. It is a well-educated community where 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $593,200, with a median rent of $2,237/month. The local poverty rate of 0.5% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
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- New York
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Tappan, New York
How many schools are in Tappan, New York?
Tappan has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Tappan, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Tappan is 7.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
How many school districts serve Tappan, New York?
Tappan is served by 1 school district: South Orangetown Central School District.
What is the education level in Tappan, New York?
According to Census data, 62% of adults in Tappan have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Tappan, New York?
The median household income in Tappan is approximately $178,664 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Tappan, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Tappan is 11.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Tappan, 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.