Best Schools in Woodmere, New York
4 schools · 2 High · 2 Other
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Schools
4
0 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$1,000,200
home value · ACS
Schools
4
0 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$1,000,200
home value · ACS
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $181,574
- Median home value
- $1,000,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 71%
- Avg commute
- 40 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Woodmere compares
New York rank
#177 of 473
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.5
above New York avg (6.4)
Median household income
$182k
194% of New York median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Woodmere, New York
Woodmere, New York is home to 4 schools, including 0 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Woodmere 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 Woodmere is Lawrence Woodmere Academy with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Woodmere's community shows 71% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $181,574. The poverty rate in the area is 3.0%.
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.
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 387 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated |
| 2 | Mesivta Netzach HatorahPrivate 87 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lawrence Woodmere AcademyPrivate 114 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
| 2 | 13 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | Not Rated |
Schools in Woodmere
Woodmere, New York · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$181,574
Median Home Value
$1,000,200
Median Rent
$2,405/mo
Population
14,316
College Educated
71%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
40 min
Poverty Rate
3.0%
Community Profile
Woodmere has a median household income of $181,574. It is a well-educated community where 71% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,000,200, with a median rent of $2,405/month. The local poverty rate of 3.0% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 40 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- High
- 2
- Other
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Woodmere, New York
How many schools are in Woodmere, New York?
Woodmere has 4 schools, including 0 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Woodmere, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Woodmere is 6.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the education level in Woodmere, New York?
According to Census data, 71% of adults in Woodmere have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Woodmere, New York?
The median household income in Woodmere is approximately $181,574 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Woodmere, New York?
Yes, Woodmere has 4 private schools alongside 0 public schools. The top-rated private school is Lawrence Woodmere Academy with a score of 8.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Woodmere, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Woodmere is 5.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Woodmere, 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.