10,667
Preschools
5,827
Elementary Schools
3,549
Middle Schools
2,541
High Schools
4,551
Public District Schools
10,263
Private Schools
15,184
Total Schools
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College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in New York at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in New York offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in New York
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New York City Geographic District #31
60,306 students | STATEN ISLAND, NY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 74 schools -
New York City Geographic District # 2
54,995 students | NEW YORK, NY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 119 schools -
New York City Geographic District #24
51,074 students | QUEENS, NY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 57 schools -
New York City Geographic District #20
46,722 students | BROOKLYN, NY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 45 schools -
New York City Geographic District #10
44,885 students | THE BRONX, NY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 85 schools
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July 03, 2025
Pelham Lab High school is a very good school for children who wants to learn and make something of themselves in life.
Teacher's and staff personnel takes good care of all
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Pelham Lab High School
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July 03, 2025
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Cheektowaga High School
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