For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 193 students in Shelter Island, NY.
The top-ranked public school in Shelter Island, NY is Shelter Island School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Shelter Island, NY public school have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Shelter Island have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Shelter Island, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shelter Island School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
33 N Ferry Rd
Shelter Island, NY 11964
(631) 749-0302
Shelter Island, NY 11964
(631) 749-0302
Gr: PK-12 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Shelter Island, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in Shelter Island, NY include Shelter Island School.
How many public schools are located in Shelter Island?
1 public schools are located in Shelter Island.
What is the racial composition of students in Shelter Island?
Shelter Island public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Year-Round Schooling in 2026: Updated Parent Guide
Explore the latest 2026 data, trends, costs, and parent planning tips in the ongoing debate over year-round schooling vs the traditional calendar.
No Child Left Behind: Past, Present, and Future of U.S. School Policy
Explore how No Child Left Behind evolved into ESSA, what it means for 2025‑26 schooling, and what parents need to know about testing, admissions planning, and funding.
Understanding Public School Fees & Optional Costs Guide
Discover what public school fees are required versus optional, with 2026 updates for parents, students, and educators on budgeting and planning.