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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Academic Summary
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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
Reviews From Schools in New York
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Parent / Guardian
June 16, 2025
This elementary school is a vibrant, nurturing place where learning comes alive every day.
My son says the teachers explain lessons so clearly that every concept “just clicks,” reflecting their... More
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Ps 36 Unionport
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
June 16, 2025
This school is run by incompetent unprofessional individuals. Starting with the principal. She demonstrates and practices racism as well as lack of responsible leadership.
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Ps 207 Elizabeth G Leary
Parent / Guardian
June 16, 2025
I was drawn to OWNCS because of the feeling of community and size of the school - I felt seen from our first days at OWNCS and that continued throughout our time at the school. I feel that a school's... More
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Our World Neighborhood Charter School