For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,590 students in Phoenix, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in Phoenix, NY are John C Birdlebough High School, Emerson J Dillon Middle School and Michael A Maroun Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Phoenix, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Phoenix have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Phoenix, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John C Birdlebough High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
552 Main St
Phoenix, NY 13135
(315) 695-1631
Phoenix, NY 13135
(315) 695-1631
Gr: 9-12 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Emerson J Dillon Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
116 Volney St
Phoenix, NY 13135
(315) 695-1521
Phoenix, NY 13135
(315) 695-1521
Gr: 5-8 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Michael A Maroun Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11 Elm St
Phoenix, NY 13135
(315) 695-1561
Phoenix, NY 13135
(315) 695-1561
Gr: PK-4 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Phoenix, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in Phoenix, NY include John C Birdlebough High School, Emerson J Dillon Middle School and Michael A Maroun Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Phoenix?
3 public schools are located in Phoenix.
What is the racial composition of students in Phoenix?
Phoenix public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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