Best Schools in Whitestone, New York
9 schools · 6 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Whitestone by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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PS 79 Francis Lewis
Elementary · New York City Geographic District #25. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
PS 209 Clearview Gardens
Elementary · New York City Geographic District #25. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
PS 184 Flushing Manor
Elementary · New York City Geographic District #25. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Whitestone for 2026 are PS 79 Francis Lewis (8.3/10), PS 209 Clearview Gardens (8.1/10), and PS 184 Flushing Manor (7.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
9
5 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$920,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
9
5 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$920,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +8.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Whitestone schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Whitestone
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 rated schools; 9 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | PS 79 Francis Lewis | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | PS 209 Clearview Gardens | 8.1 / 10 |
| 3 | PS 184 Flushing Manor | 7.5 / 10 |
| 4 | PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy | 7.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Jhs 194 William Carr | 6.1 / 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
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $97,754
- Median home value
- $920,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 38%
- Avg commute
- 37 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
44% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Whitestone compares
New York rank
#195 of 473
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above New York avg (6.4)
Median household income
$98k
105% of New York median
Schools in this city
9
New York City Geographic District #25 runs Whitestone's public schools
5 public schools. New York City Geographic District #25 is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Whitestone is a New York City Geographic District #25 school (5 of 5).
Among 5 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.1 to 8.3 — the spread is inside Whitestone, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Whitestone, New York
Whitestone, New York is home to 9 schools, including 5 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Whitestone 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 Whitestone is PS 79 Francis Lewis with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Whitestone is served by 1 school district: NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25. These districts collectively serve 34,702 students.
Whitestone's community shows 38% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $97,754. The poverty rate in the area is 9.1%.
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
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,057 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.3 | ||
| 2 | 457 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 | ||
| 3 | 477 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.5 | ||
| 4 | 556 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.1 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Lukes SchoolPrivate 313 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Circle AcademyPrivate 84 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 984 students · 6th–8th | 6.1 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | The Lowell SchoolPrivate 91 students · 3rd–8th | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Whitestone AcademyPrivate 76 students · 7th–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Whitestone
Whitestone, New York · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$97,754
Median Home Value
$920,200
Median Rent
$2,228/mo
Population
42,341
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
37 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Community Profile
Whitestone has a median household income of $97,754. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $920,200, with a median rent of $2,228/month. The local poverty rate of 9.1% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Whitestone, New York
How many schools are in Whitestone, New York?
Whitestone has 9 schools, including 5 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Whitestone, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Whitestone is 6.8 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 Whitestone, New York?
The top-ranked school in Whitestone on MySchoolScout is PS 79 Francis Lewis with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Whitestone, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Whitestone on MySchoolScout is PS 79 Francis Lewis with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Whitestone, New York?
The top-ranked middle school in Whitestone on MySchoolScout is Jhs 194 William Carr with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Whitestone, New York?
Whitestone is served by 1 school district: New York City Geographic District #25.
What is the education level in Whitestone, New York?
According to Census data, 38% of adults in Whitestone have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Whitestone, New York?
The median household income in Whitestone is approximately $97,754 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Whitestone, New York?
Yes, Whitestone has 4 private schools alongside 5 public schools. The top-rated private school is The Lowell School with a score of 6.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Whitestone, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Whitestone is 13.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Whitestone, 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.