For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 782 students in Oakdale, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in Oakdale, NY are Oakdale-bohemia Middle School and Idle Hour Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Oakdale, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Oakdale have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Oakdale, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oakdale-bohemia Middle School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
60 Oakdale-bohemia Rd
Oakdale, NY 11769
(631) 244-2268
Oakdale, NY 11769
(631) 244-2268
Gr: 6-8 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Idle Hour Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
334 Idle Hour Blvd
Oakdale, NY 11769
(631) 244-2306
Oakdale, NY 11769
(631) 244-2306
Gr: PK-5 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Oakdale, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in Oakdale, NY include Oakdale-bohemia Middle School and Idle Hour Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Oakdale?
2 public schools are located in Oakdale.
What is the racial composition of students in Oakdale?
Oakdale public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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