Best Schools in Valley Cottage, New York
3 schools · 3 Elementary
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Valley Cottage School
Elementary · Nyack Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Liberty Elementary School
Elementary · Nyack Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$512,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$512,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +10.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Valley Cottage schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Valley Cottage
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Valley Cottage School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Liberty Elementary School | 6.6 / 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
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $131,501
- Median home value
- $512,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 58%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Valley Cottage compares
New York rank
#289 of 473
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.0
above New York avg (6.4)
Median household income
$132k
141% of New York median
Schools in this city
3
Nyack Union Free School District runs Valley Cottage's public schools
2 public schools. Nyack Union Free School District is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Valley Cottage is a Nyack Union Free School District school (2 of 2).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.6 to 7.5 — the spread is inside Valley Cottage, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Valley Cottage, New York
Valley Cottage, New York is home to 3 schools, including 2 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Valley Cottage 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 Valley Cottage is Valley Cottage School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Valley Cottage is served by 1 school district: NYACK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 2,880 students.
Valley Cottage's community shows 58% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $131,501. The poverty rate in the area is 3.1%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 377 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.5 | ||
| 2 | 449 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.6 | ||
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 Paul SchoolPrivate 54 students · Pre-K–2nd | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Valley Cottage
Valley Cottage, New York · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$131,501
Median Home Value
$512,700
Median Rent
$2,017/mo
Population
8,410
College Educated
58%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Community Profile
Valley Cottage has a median household income of $131,501. It is a well-educated community where 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $512,700, with a median rent of $2,017/month. The local poverty rate of 3.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Valley Cottage, New York
How many schools are in Valley Cottage, New York?
Valley Cottage has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Valley Cottage, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Valley Cottage is 6.4 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 Valley Cottage, New York?
The top-ranked school in Valley Cottage on MySchoolScout is Valley Cottage School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Valley Cottage, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Valley Cottage on MySchoolScout is Valley Cottage School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Valley Cottage, New York?
Valley Cottage is served by 1 school district: Nyack Union Free School District.
What is the education level in Valley Cottage, New York?
According to Census data, 58% of adults in Valley Cottage have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Valley Cottage, New York?
The median household income in Valley Cottage is approximately $131,501 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Valley Cottage, New York?
Yes, Valley Cottage has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Paul School with a score of 5.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Valley Cottage, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Valley Cottage is 12.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Valley Cottage, 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.