For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,148 students in 10965, NY (there are 1 private school, serving 236 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 10965, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 10965, NY are Evans Park School, Lincoln Avenue School and Pearl River High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 10965 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 10965, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 10965, NY Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Evans Park School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
40 Marion Pl
Pearl River, NY 10965
(845) 620-3950
Pearl River, NY 10965
(845) 620-3950
Gr: K-4 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Avenue School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
115 Lincoln Ave
Pearl River, NY 10965
(845) 620-3850
Pearl River, NY 10965
(845) 620-3850
Gr: K-4 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Pearl River High School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
275 E Central Ave
Pearl River, NY 10965
(845) 620-3800
Pearl River, NY 10965
(845) 620-3800
Gr: 8-12 | 904 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Franklin Avenue School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
48 Franklin Ave
Pearl River, NY 10965
(845) 620-3965
Pearl River, NY 10965
(845) 620-3965
Gr: K-4 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #55.
Pearl River Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
520 Gilbert Ave
Pearl River, NY 10965
(845) 620-3870
Pearl River, NY 10965
(845) 620-3870
Gr: 5-7 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 10965, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 10965, NY include Evans Park School, Lincoln Avenue School and Pearl River High School.
How many public schools are located in 10965?
5 public schools are located in 10965.
What percentage of students in 10965 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 10965 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 10965?
10965 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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