Best Schools in Woodside, New York
13 schools · 9 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Woodside by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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PS 151 Mary D Carter
Elementary · New York City Geographic District #30. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Hector Figueroa School (the)
Elementary · New York City Geographic District #30. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
PS 11 Kathryn Phelan
Elementary · New York City Geographic District #30. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Woodside for 2026 are PS 151 Mary D Carter (7.8/10), Hector Figueroa School (the) (7.7/10), and PS 11 Kathryn Phelan (6.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
13
9 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$670,300
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
13
9 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$670,300
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +8.6 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Woodside schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Woodside
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 rated schools; 13 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | PS 151 Mary D Carter | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Hector Figueroa School (the) | 7.7 / 10 |
| 3 | PS 11 Kathryn Phelan | 6.6 / 10 |
| 4 | PS 12 James B Colgate | 6.5 / 10 |
| 5 | PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan | 4.8 / 10 |
| 6 | PS 152 Gwendoline N Alleyne School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Is 125 Thomas J Mccann Woodside | 3.9 / 10 |
| 8 | Academy of the City Charter School | 3.6 / 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $73,292
- Median home value
- $670,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 29%
38% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Woodside compares
New York rank
#325 of 473
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below New York avg (6.4)
Median household income
$73k
79% of New York median
Schools in this city
13
Woodside's public schools split across 4 districts
No single ISD owns Woodside. The public campuses divide among 4 districts.
The largest shares: New York City Geographic District #30 (4), New York City Geographic District #24 (3), Academy of the City Charter School (1).
Among 8 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.6 to 7.8 — the spread is inside Woodside, not a citywide average.
- New York City Geographic District #304 public · 44%
- New York City Geographic District #243 public · 33%
- Academy of the City Charter School1 public · 11%
- Nyc Special Schools - District 751 public · 11%
About Schools in Woodside, New York
Woodside, New York is home to 13 schools, including 9 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Woodside 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 Woodside is Tiegerman School at Woodside with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Woodside is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 88,988 students.
Woodside's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,292. The poverty rate in the area is 10.8%.
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
9 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 349 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 | ||
| 2 | 405 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.7 | ||
| 3 | 693 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.6 | ||
| 4 | 841 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.5 | ||
| 5 | 1,083 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.8 | ||
| 6 | 658 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.7 | ||
| 7 | 731 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.6 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Jackson Heights School SdaPrivate 35 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 249 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,505 students · 5th–8th | 3.9 |
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 706 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.8 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Tiegerman School at WoodsidePrivate 58 students · Pre-K–11th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Razi SchoolPrivate 164 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Woodside
Woodside, New York · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$73,292
Median Home Value
$670,300
Median Rent
$1,802/mo
Population
83,545
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
29%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Community Profile
Woodside has a median household income of $73,292. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $670,300, with a median rent of $1,802/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.8%. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 9
- Middle
- 1
- Other
- 3
Resources
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Woodside, New York
How many schools are in Woodside, New York?
Woodside has 13 schools, including 9 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Woodside, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Woodside is 6.2 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 Woodside, New York?
The top-ranked school in Woodside on MySchoolScout is PS 151 Mary D Carter with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Woodside, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Woodside on MySchoolScout is PS 151 Mary D Carter with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Woodside, New York?
The top-ranked middle school in Woodside on MySchoolScout is Is 125 Thomas J Mccann Woodside with a composite score of 3.9/10.
How many school districts serve Woodside, New York?
Woodside is served by 4 school districts: New York City Geographic District #24, New York City Geographic District #30, Nyc Special Schools - District 75, Academy of the City Charter School.
What is the education level in Woodside, New York?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Woodside have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Woodside, New York?
The median household income in Woodside is approximately $73,292 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Woodside, New York?
Yes, Woodside has 4 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is Tiegerman School at Woodside with a score of 8.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Woodside, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Woodside is 12.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Woodside, 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.