South Orangetown Central School District
School District · Blauvelt, New York
Avg Rating
7.1
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$34,889
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Avg Rating
7.1
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$34,889
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Evaluating South Orangetown Central School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge South Orangetown Central School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Tappan Zee High School
Orangeburg · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
South Orangetown Middle School
Blauvelt · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Cottage Lane Elementary School
Blauvelt · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
New York rank
#169 of 615
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.9
above New York avg
Per-pupil spending
$34,889
+$7,109 vs New York median
District size
2,832 students
Larger than New York median
The short answer
South Orangetown Central School District ranks #169 of 615 New York districts by overall school rating. South Orangetown Central School District's schools with real test data average 6.8/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Tappan Zee High School (8.7/10), South Orangetown Middle School (6.4/10), and Cottage Lane Elementary School (5.3/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in South Orangetown Central School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tappan Zee High School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 2 | South Orangetown Middle School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Cottage Lane Elementary School | 5.3 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About South Orangetown Central School District
South Orangetown Central School District is a Blauvelt, New York school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 2,832 students with a student-teacher ratio of 10.6:1. The district invests $34,889 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.1/10, South Orangetown Central School District is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Tappan Zee High School, which has a composite score of 8.7/10.
In standardized testing, South Orangetown Central School District students show an average math proficiency of 65.7% and ELA proficiency of 69.3%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in South Orangetown Central School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in South Orangetown Central School District with test data.
Schools in South Orangetown Central School District
4 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- New York
- City
- Blauvelt
- Total Enrollment
- 2,832
- Teachers (FTE)
- 267
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.0%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in South Orangetown Central School District?
South Orangetown Central School District has 4 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for South Orangetown Central School District?
The average composite rating for South Orangetown Central School District is 7.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in South Orangetown Central School District?
South Orangetown Central School District spends $34,889 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in South Orangetown Central School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in South Orangetown Central School District is 10.6:1.
What is the top-rated school in South Orangetown Central School District?
Tappan Zee High School is the highest-rated school in South Orangetown Central School District with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What are the test scores in South Orangetown Central School District?
Across schools in South Orangetown Central School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 65.7% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 69.3%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does South Orangetown Central School District compare to other districts in New York?
South Orangetown Central School District has an average school rating of 7.1/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in New York by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 65.7%
- ELA Proficiency
- 69.3%
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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.
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