Upper Nyack is a village incorporated in 1872 in the town of Clarkstown, Rockland County, New York, United States. It is located north of the village of Nyack, east of Valley Cottage, south of Rockland Lake State Park, and west of the Hudson River. The population was 2,063 at the 2010 census.
Serving 400 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Upper Nyack School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Nyack School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Upper Nyack School's student population of 400 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Building Bridges for today's students to cross into tomorrow's world with equity, innovation, and optimism
School Rankings
Upper Nyack School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Upper Nyack School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#794 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
23%
30%
Black
11%
16%
White
49%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Nyack School's ranking?
Upper Nyack School is ranked #794 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Upper Nyack School often compared to?
Upper Nyack Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Elementary School, Valley Cottage School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Upper Nyack School?
400 students attend Upper Nyack School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Upper Nyack School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upper Nyack School?
Upper Nyack School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Upper Nyack School offer ?
Upper Nyack School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Upper Nyack School part of?
Upper Nyack School is part of Nyack Union Free School District.
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