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7.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Trumansburg, New York

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.6/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
7.6/10

67% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$80,446

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$243,500

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
44%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
26 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
80%

Of occupied housing units

How Trumansburg compares

New York rank

#43 of 475

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+1.3

above New York avg (6.3)

Median household income

$80k

86% of New York median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Trumansburg, New York

Trumansburg, New York is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.6 out of 10, schools in Trumansburg perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Trumansburg is Trumansburg Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Trumansburg is served by 1 school district: TRUMANSBURG CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 991 students.

Trumansburg's community shows 44% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $80,446. The poverty rate in the area is 9.4%.

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.

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Filter by ZIP: 14886 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
TRUMANSBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
411 students · Pre-K–4th 		8.2

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
RUSSELL I DOIG MIDDLE SCHOOL
269 students · 5th–8th 		6.8

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
CHARLES O DICKERSON HIGH SCHOOL
282 students · 9th–12th 		7.8

Schools in Trumansburg

Trumansburg, New York · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$80,446

Median Home Value

$243,500

Median Rent

$1,041/mo

Population

6,654

College Educated

44%

Homeownership

80%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Community Profile

Trumansburg has a median household income of $80,446. It is a well-educated community where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $243,500, with a median rent of $1,041/month. The local poverty rate of 9.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
New York
Total Schools
3
Elementary
1
Middle
1
High
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
7.6/10

Resources

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School District

TRUMANSBURG CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

3 schools · 991 students

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Trumansburg, New York

How many schools are in Trumansburg, New York?

Trumansburg has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Trumansburg is 7.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Trumansburg, New York?

The top-ranked school in Trumansburg on MySchoolScout is Trumansburg Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10.

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

The top-ranked elementary school in Trumansburg on MySchoolScout is Trumansburg Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10.

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

The top-ranked middle school in Trumansburg on MySchoolScout is Russell I Doig Middle School with a composite score of 6.8/10.

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

The top-ranked high school in Trumansburg on MySchoolScout is Charles O Dickerson High School with a composite score of 7.8/10.

How many school districts serve Trumansburg, New York?

Trumansburg is served by 1 school district: Trumansburg Central School District.

What is the education level in Trumansburg, New York?

According to Census data, 44% of adults in Trumansburg have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Trumansburg, New York?

The median household income in Trumansburg is approximately $80,446 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Trumansburg is 9.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Trumansburg, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.