For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,543 students in 10550, NY (there are , serving 686 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 10550, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 10550, NY are Rebecca Turner Academy, Amani Public Charter School and Nelson Mandela/dr Hosa Zollicoffer School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 10550 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 10550, NY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 10550, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rebecca Turner Academy
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
625 S 4th Ave
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 665-5100
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 665-5100
Gr: 9-12 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Amani Public Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
60 S 3rd Ave
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 668-2553
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 668-2553
Gr: 5-8 | 343 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Nelson Mandela/dr Hosa Zollicoffer School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
250 Gramatan Ave
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 358-2720
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 358-2720
Gr: PK-8 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Hamilton School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20 Oak St
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 665-5050
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 665-5050
Gr: K-8 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Benjamin Turner Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
624 S 3rd Ave
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 665-5150
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 665-5150
Gr: K-8 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Grimes School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
58 S 10th Ave
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 665-5020
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 665-5020
Gr: K-8 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Denzel Washington School-arts
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
121 S 6th Ave
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 358-2740
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 358-2740
Gr: 6-12 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Cecil H Parker School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
461 S 6th Ave
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 665-5040
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 665-5040
Gr: PK-8 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
10550, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
625 4th Ave
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 665-5077
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 665-5077
Gr: PK | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Nelson R Mandela/dr Hosea Zollicoffer High School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
350 Gramatan Ave
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 358-2720
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 358-2720
Gr: 9-12 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Youth Shelter Program Of West (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
220 E 8th St
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 668-4702
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 668-4702
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 10550, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 10550, NY include Rebecca Turner Academy, Amani Public Charter School and Nelson Mandela/dr Hosa Zollicoffer School.
How many public schools are located in 10550?
8 public schools are located in 10550.
What percentage of students in 10550 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 10550 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 10550?
10550 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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