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Suburb of New York City, NY
Current Resident: Dix Hills is a beautiful area that I have called home for 25 years. Great mature trees, different house styles, and blocks of front yard gardens paint astounding beauty across the town's landscape. Neighbors of different backgrounds, cultures, and races make it a beautifully diverse neighborhood. I feel very fortunate to grow up in such a safe neighborhood and have access to Half Hollow Hills school district where I fostered a love for education from a young age. Its perfectly manicured lawns result in landscape companies working all day, so I am left with the one complaint that it is moderately noisy with mowers and blowers from as early as 7AM to 5PM any day of the week. It is also moderately expensive in property taxes, making it a somewhat exclusive town. A final added plus however is its very close access to many towns, including Deer Park, Commack, and Bayshore, which all have amazing shopping and grocery store variety.... Read 46 reviews
Population 23,995
#1 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
Suburb of New York City, NY,
46 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Dix Hills is a beautiful area that I have called home for 25 years. Great mature trees, different house styles, and blocks of front yard gardens paint astounding beauty across the town's landscape.....
Dix Hills is a beautiful area that I have called home for 25 years. Great mature trees, different house styles, and blocks of front yard gardens paint astounding beauty across the town's landscape.....
Read 46 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Population: 23,995,
Current Resident: Cold Spring Harbor is ideal place to live for families. It is close to many outdoor activities, both land and sea as it is on the north shore of Long Island. The area is full of history being close to the home of Teddy Roosevelt and because the town was originally a whaling village. It has an excellent school with great teachers and small class size. The school has an almost private school environment.... Read 9 reviews
Population 2,864
#2 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
9 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Cold Spring Harbor is ideal place to live for families. It is close to many outdoor activities, both land and sea as it is on the north shore of Long Island. The area is full of history being close....
Cold Spring Harbor is ideal place to live for families. It is close to many outdoor activities, both land and sea as it is on the north shore of Long Island. The area is full of history being close....
Read 9 reviews.
Population: 2,864,
Current Resident: Living in Stony Brook, NY is a dream come true. It has a small village vibe and is an hour away from New York City and less than an hour away from all the Hampton beaches. Truly a must to at least come an visit. The Stony Brook village has cute shops and a hiking trail walking distance plus a marina to walk around. A family friendly neighborhood, I never once felt unsafe here. The Stony Brook Hospital is also extremely good and has excellent reviews.... Read 43 reviews
Population 11,785
#3 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
43 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Living in Stony Brook, NY is a dream come true. It has a small village vibe and is an hour away from New York City and less than an hour away from all the Hampton beaches. Truly a must to at least....
Living in Stony Brook, NY is a dream come true. It has a small village vibe and is an hour away from New York City and less than an hour away from all the Hampton beaches. Truly a must to at least....
Read 43 reviews.
Population: 11,785,
Rockaway Park, NY•
Public School•
9-12
Junior: I love how this school prepares you for college. I would love to see a lot more diversity as well as school clubs and events.... Read 3 reviews
Students 306
Student-teacher ratio 7:1
Blue checkmark.
Public School,
ROCKAWAY PARK, NY,
9-12,
3 Niche users give it an average review of 3 stars.
Featured Review: Junior says I love how this school prepares you for college. I would love to see a lot more diversity as well as school clubs and events..
I love how this school prepares you for college. I would love to see a lot more diversity as well as school clubs and events..
Read 3 reviews.
Students: 306,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 7 to 1,
Current Resident: Centerport is really an amazing town that has a lot to offer. Although it is relatively small, Centerport has a lot to offer. The views of the mill pond from all sides, the privacy of the beaches like Fleets Cove and Centerport Beach, and the accessibility to the famous Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium are only things you'll find here. The town is extremely friendly and safe, along with amazing restaurants and cafes.Centerport belongs to one of the best public schools on Long Island; Harborfields. Theres no questioning why the nickname for the district is "Happyfields" because everyone who belongs to it feels a sense of belongingness and security. Centerport is easily one of the most underrated towns on Long Island and should be recognized with pride.... Read 18 reviews
Population 5,773
#4 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
18 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Centerport is really an amazing town that has a lot to offer. Although it is relatively small, Centerport has a lot to offer. The views of the mill pond from all sides, the privacy of the beaches....
Centerport is really an amazing town that has a lot to offer. Although it is relatively small, Centerport has a lot to offer. The views of the mill pond from all sides, the privacy of the beaches....
Read 18 reviews.
Population: 5,773,
Niche User: There is no crime in this town. The cops are very responsive, and every home is well equipped with alarm systems.... Read 8 reviews
Population 3,663
#5 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
8 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Niche User says There is no crime in this town. The cops are very responsive, and every home is well equipped with alarm systems..
There is no crime in this town. The cops are very responsive, and every home is well equipped with alarm systems..
Read 8 reviews.
Population: 3,663,
Current Resident: Small Long Island town with big charm. Great restaurants and beautiful scenery make for a wonderful hometown.... Read 17 reviews
Population 7,297
#6 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
17 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Small Long Island town with big charm. Great restaurants and beautiful scenery make for a wonderful hometown..
Small Long Island town with big charm. Great restaurants and beautiful scenery make for a wonderful hometown..
Read 17 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Population: 7,297,
Current Resident: Greenlawn is a wonderful community that offers its residents a supporting and comfortable niche to succeed in any actions. The schools and facilities in Greenlawn, such as the library, allow its residents to find solace in their lives. Truly a fabulous place to live!... Read 17 reviews
Population 14,598
#7 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
17 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Greenlawn is a wonderful community that offers its residents a supporting and comfortable niche to succeed in any actions. The schools and facilities in Greenlawn, such as the library, allow its....
Greenlawn is a wonderful community that offers its residents a supporting and comfortable niche to succeed in any actions. The schools and facilities in Greenlawn, such as the library, allow its....
Population: 14,598,
Current Resident: Wonderful and peaceful place to live. Close to stores, restaurants, parks, etc. It is a family oriented community, quite safe and quiet. The schools districts are great!... Read 24 reviews
Population 5,230
#8 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
24 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Wonderful and peaceful place to live. Close to stores, restaurants, parks, etc. It is a family oriented community, quite safe and quiet. The schools districts are great!.
Wonderful and peaceful place to live. Close to stores, restaurants, parks, etc. It is a family oriented community, quite safe and quiet. The schools districts are great!.
Read 24 reviews.
Population: 5,230,
Population 1,454
#9 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
4 Niche users give it an average review of 3.3 stars.
Read 4 reviews.
Population: 1,454,
Current Resident: Great town, centrally located on the island with a great school district and even better neighbors! Tons of shopping right off 110 and just the right amount of land to raise a nice family. The garbage men also take just about anything without a hassle which is rare.... Read 29 reviews
Population 17,992
#10 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
29 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Great town, centrally located on the island with a great school district and even better neighbors! Tons of shopping right off 110 and just the right amount of land to raise a nice family. The....
Great town, centrally located on the island with a great school district and even better neighbors! Tons of shopping right off 110 and just the right amount of land to raise a nice family. The....
Read 29 reviews.
Population: 17,992,
Population 1,599
#11 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
Population: 1,599,
Current Resident: I have lived in Port Jefferson my entire life. Not only is it a beautiful town on the water with a main street filled with amazing restaurants and stores, but the school district is really great. Everyone is always so shocked at how small the class sizes are at the schools, but it creates a great, comfortable environment to grow up in.... Read 20 reviews
Population 8,016
#12 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
20 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I have lived in Port Jefferson my entire life. Not only is it a beautiful town on the water with a main street filled with amazing restaurants and stores, but the school district is really great.....
I have lived in Port Jefferson my entire life. Not only is it a beautiful town on the water with a main street filled with amazing restaurants and stores, but the school district is really great.....
Read 20 reviews.
Population: 8,016,
Current Resident: Fort Salonga is a great neighborhood. You feel as if you know all your neighbors. It feels safe in this community. Kids feels free to play and are trusted to do what is right. Family businesses dominate and so the owners know their customers on a personal level. I have lived here all my life, as many of the residents have. Many people have family nearby and remain in northport to help raise their kids' kids in the same place their own kids grew up in and enjoyed when they were younger.... Read 8 reviews
Population 9,930
#13 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
8 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Fort Salonga is a great neighborhood. You feel as if you know all your neighbors. It feels safe in this community. Kids feels free to play and are trusted to do what is right. Family businesses....
Fort Salonga is a great neighborhood. You feel as if you know all your neighbors. It feels safe in this community. Kids feels free to play and are trusted to do what is right. Family businesses....
Population: 9,930,
Population 5,225
#14 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
1 Niche users give it an average review of 3 stars.
Read 1 reviews.
Population: 5,225,
Current Resident: Nesconset is a quiet and peaceful suburb that welcomes everyone! At approx. 1 hour east of NYC in the center of Long Island, Nesconset is a diverse family friendly community. Access to major highways and the LIRR is quick and simple. There is a large mall and all major shopping centers are nearby. There are plenty of cozy restaurants in town, and for people looking more of a nightlife the nearby towns of Northport, Bay Shore, Port Jefferson and Patchouge are all quick ride shares away.... Read 20 reviews
Population 13,440
#15 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
20 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Nesconset is a quiet and peaceful suburb that welcomes everyone! At approx. 1 hour east of NYC in the center of Long Island, Nesconset is a diverse family friendly community. Access to major....
Nesconset is a quiet and peaceful suburb that welcomes everyone! At approx. 1 hour east of NYC in the center of Long Island, Nesconset is a diverse family friendly community. Access to major....
Population: 13,440,
Current Resident: I am a current resident of Huntington Bay and I can't say enough about how nice of a community we have. The individuals who I have encountered since living here have been nothing but welcoming. With the Long Island Sound right in your backyard it makes it a popular destination to live. That being said, it comes with expensive properties that a select number of individuals can afford. I am lucky enough to say that through the hard work of my parents we are able to reside here, but it's not all sunshine and rainbows, there can be improvements still. We lack diversity in Huntington Bay. I believe if housing prices would fall we would be giving everyone a better opportunity to live in the beautiful neighborhood I get to call home while also getting a different viewpoint on how varying ethnicities live, gaining a better appreciation and understanding.... Read 4 reviews
Population 1,614
#16 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
4 Niche users give it an average review of 4.8 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I am a current resident of Huntington Bay and I can't say enough about how nice of a community we have. The individuals who I have encountered since living here have been nothing but welcoming. With....
I am a current resident of Huntington Bay and I can't say enough about how nice of a community we have. The individuals who I have encountered since living here have been nothing but welcoming. With....
Population: 1,614,
Current Resident: This small town has incredible trails, scenic water views, and it's right down the road from the busy town of Huntington, NY. A short five minute drive from the infamous Paramount, Halesite has all the perks you'd like in a small suburb neighborhood on Long Island.... Read 1 review
Population 2,483
#17 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
1 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says This small town has incredible trails, scenic water views, and it's right down the road from the busy town of Huntington, NY. A short five minute drive from the infamous Paramount, Halesite has all....
This small town has incredible trails, scenic water views, and it's right down the road from the busy town of Huntington, NY. A short five minute drive from the infamous Paramount, Halesite has all....
Population: 2,483,
Current Resident: We have a very strong and supportive community. Residents of the town help their neighbors when they are in need. When my family had a fire in our house, the community was there for us with food, clothing, toys for my sister and I, and financial support. We have a lot of restaurants and shops in our town, as well as a lot of things to do. I do wish that we had a center of town and a Main Street. We do not have that. However, our high school has become the place where people tend to gather. Our Homecoming football game always brings the town together. We have food trucks, BBQ and vendors selling clothing and other items. Commack is a great place to live!... Read 146 reviews
Population 36,903
#18 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
146 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says We have a very strong and supportive community. Residents of the town help their neighbors when they are in need. When my family had a fire in our house, the community was there for us with food,....
We have a very strong and supportive community. Residents of the town help their neighbors when they are in need. When my family had a fire in our house, the community was there for us with food,....
Read 146 reviews.
Population: 36,903,
Current Resident: Overall East Northport is a lovely small town. Neighbors are relatively nice and friendly. The Northport Village is not too far from here as well. There are many shops and local businesses that are truly amazing. If your a dog person, this is totally a place for you, almost everyone has a least one dog. The East Northport library is a lovely place to be for the entire family, with friendly and patient staff. Additionally the public schools are very good. They offer a ton of extra curriculars as well as amazing electives to select from. The teachers at Northport Highschool are absolutely some of the most amazing people I have had the pleasure of working with. Everyone is generally very friendly here and very open/accepting of others. If your looking for homey little small town, this is definitely the place for you.... Read 36 reviews
Population 20,085
#19 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
36 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Overall East Northport is a lovely small town. Neighbors are relatively nice and friendly. The Northport Village is not too far from here as well. There are many shops and local businesses that are....
Overall East Northport is a lovely small town. Neighbors are relatively nice and friendly. The Northport Village is not too far from here as well. There are many shops and local businesses that are....
Read 36 reviews.
Population: 20,085,
Current Resident: Mt. Sinai is a great town for those individuals who enjoy doing outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, swimming, and playing a general array of sports. It also has a handful of great restaurant’s and cafes. Add in the well rated public school’s and you have a gem of a town. You can hike the Tallmadge historic trail, swim or kayak at Mt. Sinai harbor, ride your bike on the outdoor bike path, play soccer or enjoy the park at Heritage Park, golf at Willow creek and so much more. Stop by any of the numerous small businesses such as crazy beans, Savinos Hideaway or Alexandros.... Read 18 reviews
Population 10,446
#20 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
18 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Mt. Sinai is a great town for those individuals who enjoy doing outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, swimming, and playing a general array of sports. It also has a handful of great restaurant’s....
Mt. Sinai is a great town for those individuals who enjoy doing outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, swimming, and playing a general array of sports. It also has a handful of great restaurant’s....
Population: 10,446,
Current Resident: Hauppauge is a very family-friendly town with a beautiful park and accessible amenities. Ever since I moved here, I have felt accepted in the community as everyone is very welcoming. While there isn't a great range of diversity, everyone is very accepting of each other. I like that Hauppauge is a fairly small town as there are many things close-by, including restaurants, grocery store, fast-food. I think that Hauppauge can develop more on activities available for younger people.... Read 31 reviews
Population 19,661
#21 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
31 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Hauppauge is a very family-friendly town with a beautiful park and accessible amenities. Ever since I moved here, I have felt accepted in the community as everyone is very welcoming. While there....
Hauppauge is a very family-friendly town with a beautiful park and accessible amenities. Ever since I moved here, I have felt accepted in the community as everyone is very welcoming. While there....
Read 31 reviews.
Population: 19,661,
Current Resident: Homes are beautiful, outside family always loves to drive around my neighborhood just to look at peoples property. Very safe for kids, and great public schooling. Not much to do around the area, there is the typical movie theatre, mall right nearby and plenty of sled owned business and restaurants. Overall good town for raising kids and me and my brother liked having freedom to ride our bikes into the little town/ Main Street alone since we were young.... Read 11 reviews
Population 13,533
#22 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
11 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Homes are beautiful, outside family always loves to drive around my neighborhood just to look at peoples property. Very safe for kids, and great public schooling. Not much to do around the area,....
Homes are beautiful, outside family always loves to drive around my neighborhood just to look at peoples property. Very safe for kids, and great public schooling. Not much to do around the area,....
Read 11 reviews.
Population: 13,533,
Current Resident: Elwood has great people and great culture. The restaurant game could definitely use a refresh, or at least an upgrade. Things do to are minimal but it is neglected by community of people itself.... Read 7 reviews
Population 11,582
#23 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
7 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Elwood has great people and great culture. The restaurant game could definitely use a refresh, or at least an upgrade. Things do to are minimal but it is neglected by community of people itself..
Elwood has great people and great culture. The restaurant game could definitely use a refresh, or at least an upgrade. Things do to are minimal but it is neglected by community of people itself..
Read 7 reviews.
Population: 11,582,
Population 4,506
#24 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
Population: 4,506,
Current Resident: It is a beautiful place to live , almost like you've stepped back in time. If your a boater there is docking in the grand canal and close to fire island by boat or the Ferrys. I raised my kids here and loved it, the only draw back is the school district years ago it was full of diversity, not so much anymore probably somewhere around 80-90% of the students are from one race (not so diverse). With that said the district offers a good education and has many programs you just might want to learn how to speak spanish.... Read 3 reviews
Population 3,070
#25 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Suffolk County.
3 Niche users give it an average review of 3.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says It is a beautiful place to live , almost like you've stepped back in time. If your a boater there is docking in the grand canal and close to fire island by boat or the Ferrys. I raised my kids....
It is a beautiful place to live , almost like you've stepped back in time. If your a boater there is docking in the grand canal and close to fire island by boat or the Ferrys. I raised my kids....
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Population: 3,070,
New York City, NY•
Online School•
PK, K-12
Middle School Student: Avenues online has truly been a wonderful experience. The teachers are simply incredible, they try and push you to be the best student possible for every class and project that we do, which has allowed me to progress way faster than I ever thought. The different projects that we do have stretched my thinking in many different ways, and have allowed me to learn about different topics that I have never studied before, allowing me to improve my understanding on a wide variety of subjects. I would suggest this program to anyone, whether you are specialising in an activity outside of school that limits you flexibility for in person classes, or just want to try out a different form of learning, I would recommend Avenues Online to anyone!... Read 26 reviews
Students 152
Online School,
NEW YORK CITY, NY,
PK, K-12,
26 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Middle School Student says Avenues online has truly been a wonderful experience. The teachers are simply incredible, they try and push you to be the best student possible for every class and project that we do, which has....
Avenues online has truly been a wonderful experience. The teachers are simply incredible, they try and push you to be the best student possible for every class and project that we do, which has....
Read 26 reviews.
Students: 152,
Bronx, NY•
K-4
Alum: Bronx One is a great place for any child to attend elementary or middle school. You will be apart of a group of people that are working to break those stereotypes that comes with being a black and brown child living in the city. You will learn those people skills, have unlimited resources, and have people that you will remember for life.... Read 2 reviews
Students 641
BRONX, NY,
K-4,
2 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Alum says Bronx One is a great place for any child to attend elementary or middle school. You will be apart of a group of people that are working to break those stereotypes that comes with being a black and....
Bronx One is a great place for any child to attend elementary or middle school. You will be apart of a group of people that are working to break those stereotypes that comes with being a black and....
Read 2 reviews.
Students: 641,
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