For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,231 students in Valhalla, NY (there are 2 private schools, serving 205 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in Valhalla, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in Valhalla, NY are Valhalla High School, Kensico School and Valhalla Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Valhalla, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Valhalla have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Valhalla, NY (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valhalla High School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
300 Columbus Ave
Valhalla, NY 10595
(914) 683-5014
Valhalla, NY 10595
(914) 683-5014
Gr: 9-12 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Kensico School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
320 Columbus Ave
Valhalla, NY 10595
(914) 683-5030
Valhalla, NY 10595
(914) 683-5030
Gr: 3-5 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Valhalla Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Columbus Ave
Valhalla, NY 10595
(914) 683-5011
Valhalla, NY 10595
(914) 683-5011
Gr: 6-8 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #44.
Blythedale School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
95 Bradhurst Ave
Valhalla, NY 10595
(914) 347-1800
Valhalla, NY 10595
(914) 347-1800
Gr: K-12 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Valhalla, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in Valhalla, NY include Valhalla High School, Kensico School and Valhalla Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Valhalla?
4 public schools are located in Valhalla.
What percentage of students in Valhalla go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in Valhalla are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Valhalla?
Valhalla public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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