For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 799 students in Brushton, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in Brushton, NY are Brushton-moira High School and Brushton Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Brushton, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Brushton have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Brushton, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brushton-moira High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
758 County Rt 7
Brushton, NY 12916
(518) 529-7342
Brushton, NY 12916
(518) 529-7342
Gr: 7-12 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Brushton Grade School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
758 County Rt 7
Brushton, NY 12916
(518) 529-7324
Brushton, NY 12916
(518) 529-7324
Gr: PK-6 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Brushton, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in Brushton, NY include Brushton-moira High School and Brushton Grade School.
How many public schools are located in Brushton?
2 public schools are located in Brushton.
What is the racial composition of students in Brushton?
Brushton public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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