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2020 Districts with the Best Teachers in New YorkAbout this List

Explore the districts with the best teachers serving your area. Ranking based on student and parent ratings of teachers, teacher salaries, teacher absenteeism, teacher tenure, student-teacher ratio, and the Niche Academics Grade for the district. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

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  1. Jericho Union Free School District

    • School District
    • Jericho, NY
    • 16 reviews
    #1 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Parent: Best school district in USA! Our first priority always has been and always will be education. We were in New Jersey best school districts (Princeton, Milburn) for few years. But we simply love Jericho public schools. Far better than NJ public schools based on our experience.
    Great opportunities for extra curriculum activities, sports, music. Great teachers!
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    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  2. Herricks Union Free School District

    • School District
    • New Hyde Park, NY
    • 33 reviews
    #2 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Senior: My experience at Herricks high school was unforgettable. The countless memories I have made with my friends will be everlasting and kept close to my heart. I believe that Herricks did a phenomenal job preparing their students for college. Herricks has numerous advanced classes and a broad selection of electives to choose from. Most of my teachers have given me the confidence to understand that the sky is the limit and you can do anything that you put your mind to. In terms of school culture, Herricks offers many events such as Battle, where grades can unite together and compete In multiple competitive events. Herricks. In addition, I was given the opportunity to participate on the varsity football team. Furthermore, Herricks has recently renovated its facilities in order to enhance student's lifestyle during the school day. All in all, I couldn't ask for a better district to attend.
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    • 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  3. Scarsdale Union Free School District

    • School District
    • Scarsdale, NY
    • 10 reviews
    #3 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Alum: I attended Scarsdale Schools k-12. The teachers were dedicated, kind, and effective. I was highly prepared for college. School culture is very classist and many students are demanding as they come from wealthy families.
    Read 10 Reviews

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    • A+
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    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  4. Syosset Central School District

    • School District
    • Syosset, NY
    • 25 reviews
    #4 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Senior: I love going to school here. I’ve been a student at Syosset Central School District since kindergarten, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Students, although competitive, are generally very kind and genuine. The amounts of extracurriculars to get involved in are never-ending. There’s really something for everyone. The teachers are phenomenal. They all want to see their students succeed. It’s difficult not to take advantage of the myriad opportunities Syosset schools offer. The district gears you to reach your greatest potential. Anyone who has the privilege to study at any Syosset school is truly lucky.
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    • 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  5. Rye City School District

    • School District
    • Rye, NY
    • 6 reviews
    #5 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Alum: All of the teachers throughout the district are very dedicated to their students and help them to succeed in every way possible. They are willing to stay after hours or even to come in early. The school district welcomes all types of people with open arms. There are always opportunities available and if there are not, then the faculty will help you make whatever you want happen.
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    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  6. Great Neck Public Schools

    • School District
    • Great Neck, NY
    • 25 reviews
    #6 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Senior: Great Neck Public Schools has given me as well as hundreds of other students an amazing education and a perfect set up to further our educations by attending college. Through the Great Neck Public Schools, many have been able to receive help financially, physically, and mentally. Students and teachers are able to work together and form a fun and efficient learning environment. The reason I have given it only 4 stars while it has brought so much joy to me is that like every other school district, there will always be room to change and grow and time continues. And as new ideas form, the committees take those ideas and help to develop them into new school programs. I have found a passion for learning a variety of different subjects from graphic design to economics through the knowledge and care of my teachers that have taken the time to re-explain ideas to me.
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    • 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  9. Rye Neck Union Free School District

    • School District
    • Mamaroneck, NY
    • 12 reviews
    #7 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Parent: Just right - not too small. Not too big. Great mix of families who send all - best and brightest to special needs.
    Every opportinity is afforded to AP / Honors students. Guidance for all students is excellent. Arts, music, sports - real world. If you come to Rye Neck, you stay in Rye Neck!
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    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  10. East Williston Union Free School District

    • School District
    • Old Westbury, NY
    • 5 reviews
    #8 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Middle School Student: I love attending Willets Road Middle School! It is amazing and I have grown so much over the past couple years. I have many close friends, and I am able to hang out with them through the awesome clubs and sports programs. The classes I take are definitely preparing me for high school, and I can't wait!!
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    • 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  11. Brighton Central School District

    • School District
    • Rochester, NY
    • 31 reviews
    #9 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Alum: Going to Brighton schools my entire life has been a blessing! The district is challenging and at the same time supportive of students to accomplish all they aspire to achieve in the arts, math, science, writing, sports, etc. Brighton is an amazing prep for college and adulthood. You can always spot a Brighton grad.
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    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  12. North Shore Central School District

    • School District
    • Sea Cliff, NY
    • 9 reviews
    #10 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Parent: All three of our kids went through the North Shore school system from K to 12. They originally started at Glenwood landing and then moved over to Glen Head elementary when we moved to a new house then to middle school and high school. The only school we didn’t experience was Sea Cliff. They had a great experience academically, musically, and in athletics. They went on to Bucknell, Middlebury, and Lafayette colleges. The two oldest are in med school and the youngest is an engineer for Ford. We couldn’t have asked for a better education. Is was a perfect balance without the high pressure cut throat atmosphere that we heard about in some of the nearby districts.
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    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  13. Roslyn Union Free School District

    • School District
    • Roslyn, NY
    • 6 reviews
    #11 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Alum: Roslyn Union Free School District has excellent academics and staff. There are many clubs and activities to become a part of, so everyone has a chance to find where they fit in. They should improve on college readiness. The way they go about the college search and application process is confusing. They also tend to persuade students to go to certain schools because its where a majority of alumni have attended and the school district has a good reputation with the university.
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    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  14. Briarcliff Manor Union Free School District

    • School District
    • Briarcliff Manor, NY
    • 5 reviews
    #12 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Senior: Overall, the Briarcliff Union Free school district is a great school with teachers who foster learning and success. The athletics are also great as well as the technology package within the school. One thing I would like to see change is the environnement and lack of respect between the students.
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    • 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  15. Fayetteville-Manlius Central School District

    • School District
    • Manlius, NY
    • 25 reviews
    #13 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Senior: The three and a half years I’ve spent at FM were outstanding. The teachers are great. Very interested and involved with the students. Lots of AP and dual enrollment courses are offered to juniors and seniors so you can get a leg up on college courses. The food is great, especially the paninis! Lots of sports are offered. No. 1 in the Nation for cross country running. Very cohesive and active student body. Homecoming is always a blast. Glad I went here!
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    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  16. Pelham Union Free School District

    • School District
    • Pelham, NY
    • 6 reviews
    #14 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Junior: Throughout elementary school, middle school, and high school, Pelham's educational facilities are amazing. The open enrollment system offers great opportunities for people to challenge themselves in honors and AP courses that wouldn't be otherwise accessible for some. The teachers are always willing to help students improve and assist them with their work. They make the classes very interesting by introducing different topics with great enthusiasm. Teachers make it a personal mission to make sure we understand the curriculum that’s being taught and make sure the classes are interesting yet useful. They are also the ones who coach sports teams, so they don’t appear to us students as unapproachable figures. Instead, they’re more relatable to us since their involvement in our school lives extend beyond the classroom.
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    • A+
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    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  17. Mamaroneck Union Free School District

    • School District
    • Mamaroneck, NY
    • 16 reviews
    #15 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Alum: This district provides an abundance of opportunities to each and every student and even parents within the district. This is a very privileged community of students; this district provides more opportunities for its students than most districts including sports that most areas do not offer (skiing, fencing, bowling, etc.), as well as access to an ice rink and swimming pool.
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    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  18. Manhasset Union Free School District

    • School District
    • Manhasset, NY
    • 9 reviews
    #16 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Sophomore: As a member of a minority, I would love to have more friends with similar backgrounds. Of course it's not the color of their skin that matters, it's the fact that I'm most comfortable with the culture I grew up with, and that I'm most easily relaxed and the most calm when surrounded with familiar traditions and customs. Lately, I've heard that more the school is becoming more diverse as people of all different backgrounds trickle in from neighboring towns, and it lifts my spirits to hear it. I want to attend a school where no one feels like a minority, and everyone feels like they have a place where they belong. The mental health of students is crucial to their academic performance, so if someone doesn't feel that they fit in, or belong, at the school, then they're more likely to perform worse than if they had a welcoming environment where they felt safe and at ease.
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    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  19. Jamesville-Dewitt Central School District

    • School District
    • Dewitt, NY
    • 19 reviews
    #17 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Parent: My children came to JD from a local private school, MPH, where public schools were continually put down. Former classmates of my children told them how "sorry" they were that my kids had to go to public school and that they'd ruin their education.
    How wrong they were! My kids are thriving in JD...teachers there were just as caring as their former teachers and even more so accessible. AND my oldest got into amazing Ivy League colleges and her college guidance counselor was a great help in the process. The diversity in academic, athletic, arts, and club offerings is amazing.
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    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  22. Byram Hills Central School District

    • School District
    • Armonk, NY
    • 10 reviews
    #18 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Parent: Byram is a real pressure cooker. The result is that many students don't meet the bar. It's all in how you react to the challenge. Definitely College preparation happening here. College freshmen have an easy time their first year, wherever they get admitted.
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    • 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  23. Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District

    • School District
    • North Merrick, NY
    • 54 reviews
    #19 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Alum: When I was going to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, I had to transfer in the MIDDLE of 4th grade because of a teacher I had over at that school. Needless to say, Shore Road Elementary opened their arms wide with joy to bring me into their school district and got me on track to a better schooling system. Throughout my school years of then going to Grave Avenue Middle School, then Kennedy High, the education was great. Teachers for the most part are great too, always there to listen when in need. Besides the fact that online bullying wasn't a big concern back in the mid-late 2000's, the school did it's best to help me when I was in trouble with bullies at the time. With great honor, I received a Courage in Profiles award at JFK, and I am forever grateful for it. Overall, I may not have liked the students all that much, but the education is what I am forever most grateful for!
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    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  24. Harborfields Central School District

    • School District
    • Greenlawn, NY
    • 27 reviews
    #20 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Senior: I enjoyed the overall atmosphere the school has created where the faculty encourages students to follow their dreams. Harborfields offers many programs and clubs for all students to be involved in something. For example, I had a great experience over my four years being on the Robotics team. In my Junior year we went all the way to the nationals and it was an awesome experience. I also feel the classes are challenging and the school curriculum truly prepares you for college.
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    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  25. Edgemont Union Free School District

    • School District
    • Scarsdale, NY
    • 9 reviews
    #21 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Alum: Edgemont was a great school, both academically and socially. I not only received an outstanding education that prepared me well for college and life, but my closest friends are also from Edgemont.

    It is definitely an intense place as far as academics are concerned, but it's no more intense than a competitive college or a typical workplace. The intensity and the stress it causes can be tough for a kid, but it is definitely manageable and it builds character.

    In my experience, classmates were supportive (we studied together) and it was not at all cutthroat.

    Lastly, while Edgemont is a great school for serious students, there is also plenty of help and support for those who need it, so I do not see how almost anyone could go wrong with the Edgemont Schools!
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    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  26. Port Washington Union Free School District

    • School District
    • Port Washington, NY
    • 7 reviews
    #22 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Senior: Growing up in Port Washington and attending an elementary school, middle school, and high school in this town has shown me the real meaning of community. Members of Port Washington are always coming together to find solutions to help better improve our schools. No matter how high or low one may be on the board of education or if they're not on the board at all, everyone's opinion is shared and heard. The Port Washington Union Free School District has helped my education journey be a smooth one. I have never had any problems at any of the schools nor have my siblings. The schools in Port Washington should continued to be noticed for all the outstanding activities and programs they offer.
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    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  27. Yorktown Central School District

    • School District
    • Yorktown Heights, NY
    • 36 reviews
    #23 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Senior: I love how Yorktown is so involved with our community and is always looking for ways to help others, whether it’s a food drive, toys for tots, etc. The teachers are amazing and always look to help their students. They made a period to go see teachers after school for extra help, which is very useful. The guidance counselors were extremely helpful in the college process, especially with Naviance and College Board. Our student fan section is very supportive of all our sports, even though football is the biggest time of year for us. Yorktown High School truly prepared me for my next adventure to college and I am forever grateful for that.
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    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  28. Niskayuna Central School District

    • School District
    • Schenectady, NY
    • 18 reviews
    #24 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Parent: Excellent school district!!! For upstate New York, it is incredible the education this district offers at half the cost of a district downstate. Teachers are outstanding and go above and beyond for students. Excellent music dept, language dept, sports (boys swim team was #1 in state 2019)
    Kids graduate extremely prepared for college and alternate career paths.
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    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  29. Bronxville Union Free School District

    • School District
    • Bronxville, NY
    • 4 reviews
    #25 Districts with the Best Teachers in New York

    Niche User: The teachers were really nice, usually willing to help, and eager to make sure students learned.A downside could be that it was very 'what you make of it', you definitely had to be active to make the most of the offered resources.
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    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Blue School

    • Private School
    • New York, NY
    • PK, K-8
    • 2 reviews

    Parent: I have been a parent at Blue School for 5 years. I wish all schools were like this. It is a very engaging, warm and joyful atmosphere where teachers strive to balance rigorous, progressive academics with social-emotional learning. There is a strong emphasis on community and citizenship. Everything is quite intentional and each child is seen and encouraged to thrive in her or her own way. The parent community is thoughtful and engaged and always striving to learn as parents themselves. The parents, teachers and children are a team whose mission is to support the student. Children beginning in pre-school lead their own conferences with teachers and parents, becoming invested in their own success for themselves. Play, creative thinking and joy are all emphasized. And the thing is, it WORKS. School doesn't have to suck. :)
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    • 299 Students
    • 4:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Rudolf Steiner School New York City

    • Private School
    • New York, NY
    • PK, K-12
    • 13 reviews

    Parent: My three children all attend the school, from pre-school through middle school. The Steiner Waldorf education is a highly structured, tradition-based education that focuses on age appropriate learning all the way from pre-school through 12th grade. This is our second Waldorf school, and we can appreciate it’s strengths even compared to other schools that follow the Waldorf education. While it may not have the facilities of larger schools, and its focus on traditional teaching methods and techniques may not be for everyone, it repeatedly and consistently produces graduates that are highly sought after by colleges and other schools. But what really makes the school is the quality of the teachers, who are the most dedicated, committed teachers you will ever meet at any school.
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    • 321 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    BASIS Independent Brooklyn

    • Private School
    • Brooklyn, NY
    • PK, K-12
    • 19 reviews

    Parent: Basis is the school I wish I had when I was a kid. We have two boys (7 and 5) attending Basis and they absolutely love it. If the kids are ever sick and have to miss days of school they beg to be able to go! The curriculum is demanding but I see the boys making fast progress and learning new things quickly. The school has a cross-disciplinary approach to learning. You might learn Mandarin in a language class, the history of China in another class, and learn about engineering by studying the Great Wall of China. Basis is amazing and staffed with bright, energetic teachers and all the parents we've met have been interesting, diverse, and involved. 5 stars in my book!
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    • 912 Students
    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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