For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,362 students in 10540, NY (there are 1 private school, serving 99 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 10540, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public school in 10540, NY is Somers Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 10540 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 10540, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 10540, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Somers Senior High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
120 Primrose St
Lincolndale, NY 10540
(914) 248-8585
Lincolndale, NY 10540
(914) 248-8585
Gr: 9-12 | 847 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: n/an/a
110 Primrose St
Lincolndale, NY 10540
(914) 248-8888
Lincolndale, NY 10540
(914) 248-8888
Gr: PK-2 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 10540, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 10540, NY include Somers Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 10540?
2 public schools are located in 10540.
What percentage of students in 10540 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 10540 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 10540?
10540 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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