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Best Schools in Watkins Glen, New York

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Public: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.5/10
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Watkins Glen Elementary School

5.7/10

Elementary · Watkins Glen Central School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Watkins Glen Central High School

5.3/10

High · Watkins Glen Central School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Schools

2

in this city

Avg Score

5.5

out of 10

Median Home

$146,300

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Watkins Glen

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Watkins Glen Elementary School 5.7 / 10
2 Watkins Glen Central High School 5.3 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.5/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$57,137

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$146,300

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
25%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
20 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
63%

Of occupied housing units

How Watkins Glen compares

Median household income

$57k

61% of New York median

About Schools in Watkins Glen, New York

Watkins Glen, New York is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Watkins Glen 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 Watkins Glen is Watkins Glen Elementary School with a composite score of 5.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Watkins Glen is served by 1 school district: WATKINS GLEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 913 students.

Watkins Glen's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,137. The poverty rate in the area is 12.9%.

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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Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Watkins Glen Elementary School
477 students · Pre-K–6th 		5.7

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Watkins Glen Central High School
414 students · 7th–12th 		5.3

Schools in Watkins Glen

Watkins Glen, New York · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$57,137

Median Home Value

$146,300

Median Rent

$775/mo

Population

4,527

College Educated

25%

Homeownership

63%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

12.9%

Community Profile

Watkins Glen has a median household income of $57,137. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $146,300, with a median rent of $775/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.9%. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
New York
Elementary
1
High
1

Resources

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School District

WATKINS GLEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

2 schools · 913 students

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Watkins Glen, New York

How many schools are in Watkins Glen, New York?

Watkins Glen has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Watkins Glen, New York?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Watkins Glen is 5.5 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 Watkins Glen, New York?

The top-ranked school in Watkins Glen on MySchoolScout is Watkins Glen Elementary School with a composite score of 5.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Watkins Glen, New York?

The top-ranked elementary school in Watkins Glen on MySchoolScout is Watkins Glen Elementary School with a composite score of 5.7/10.

What is the best high school in Watkins Glen, New York?

The top-ranked high school in Watkins Glen on MySchoolScout is Watkins Glen Central High School with a composite score of 5.3/10.

How many school districts serve Watkins Glen, New York?

Watkins Glen is served by 1 school district: Watkins Glen Central School District.

What is the education level in Watkins Glen, New York?

According to Census data, 25% of adults in Watkins Glen have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Watkins Glen, New York?

The median household income in Watkins Glen is approximately $57,137 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Watkins Glen is 11.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Watkins Glen, 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.