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South Orangetown Central School District

#2 in Best School Districts in Rockland County
  • Blauvelt, NY
  • 9 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      B
    3. Teachers
      A+
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A+
    6. Health & Safety
      A+
    7. Administration
      A+
    8. Sports
      A-
    9. Food
      A
    10. Resources & Facilities
      A-
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    South Orangetown Central School District is a top rated, public school district located in Blauvelt, NY. It has 3,078 students in grades K-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 12 to 1. According to state test scores, 62% of students are at least proficient in math and 58% in reading.
    Address
    160 Van Wyck Rd
    Blauvelt, NY 10913
    Telephone
    (845) 680-1050
    Website
    socsd.org
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    South Orangetown Central School District Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    58%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    62%
    Average Graduation Rate
    95%
    Average SAT
    1260
    300 responses
    Average ACT
    29
    111 responses
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    Students

    Diversity
    B
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    3,078
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    14.4%
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    12:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $124,618
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    1.5%

    Finances

    Total Expenses
    $79,521,000
    Expenses Per Student
    $26,614/ student
    National
    $12,239
    Education Expenses
    • Instruction
      68%
    • Support Services
      31%
    • Other
      1%
    Living in the Area
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C-
    2. Good for Families
      A
    3. Housing
      C+
    Median Household Income
    $126,410
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,310
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $497,700
    National
    $184,700

    South Orangetown Central School District Reviews

    9 reviews
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    I am currently a senior at Tappan Zee High School and have gone through all of the South Orangetown Central School District schools. I would have to say that overall the school district is average. Majority of the teachers in the high school are tenured so they tend to not put a lot of effort into their teaching. However, I find the history department at out high school amazing. The elementary schools have average teachers. The are is very nice and it isn't an issue if you need to switch out of a class at any grade. There is a lot of school spirit at our school, especially at football and basketball games. The administration is very friendly and the retired NYPD security guards are the best!
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    Everyone likes to complain about their public schools, and there is always something negative you can say. Our school system, however, is responsive to the needs of our community, and provides really wonderful class options to our students. The PTA is very involved, the community feedback and communication is great. Our students prefer our schools to the neighboring school systems that some of their friends attend. We have room for improvement, but we are doing a great job of challenging our students and helping them grow.
    Overall, my experience at South Orangetown Central School District has been extremely positive. It’s a place I have been able to discover and grow my interests in engineering, math and the theatre program. Even though the school is not the most diverse, the district makes inclusivity and community a main priority and take all threats extremely seriously. For the most part, all of the teachers are genuinely interested in helping you flourish and discover your passions. It’s been a great place to grow up and learn.