For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 922 students in Orangeburg, NY.
The top-ranked public school in Orangeburg, NY is Tappan Zee High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Orangeburg, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Orangeburg have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Orangeburg, NY (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tappan Zee High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15 Dutch Hill Rd
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 680-1606
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 680-1606
Gr: 9-12 | 911 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
Rockland Children's Psychiatric Center
Special Education School
2 First Ave-bldg 129
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 680-4081
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 680-4081
Gr: 6-11 | 11 students Minority enrollment: 91%
Orangeburg, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Rockland Children's Psych Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
599 Convent Road
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 359-7400
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 359-7400
Gr: 5-12 | 42 students Minority enrollment: 59%
Rockland Psych Center (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
140 Old Orangeburg Road
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 359-1000
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 359-1000
Gr: Inquire with school | 6 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Rockland Psychiatric Center (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
140 Old Orangeburg Rd
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 680-8565
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 680-8565
Gr: 4 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Orangeburg, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in Orangeburg, NY include Tappan Zee High School.
How many public schools are located in Orangeburg?
2 public schools are located in Orangeburg.
What is the racial composition of students in Orangeburg?
Orangeburg public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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