- POCANTICO HILLS CENTRAL SCHOOL — Grades PK–8 · 322 students
| Metric | Pocantico Hills Central School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 325 | 3,700 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 1 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $26,900/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pocantico Hills Central School District (this district) | 10/10 | 94th | 325 |
| Katonah-Lewisboro Union Free School District | 10/10 | 96th | 2,835 |
| Somers Central School District | 9/10 | 89th | 2,635 |
| Lakeland Central School District | 8/10 | 78th | 5,418 |
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Ranked against 577 rated districts in NY → 94th percentile → 10/10.
Source: New York State Education Dept, 2023–24 Grades 3–8 ELA & Math assessments. Full methodology →
About Pocantico Hills Central School District
Pocantico Hills Central School District serves zip code 10591, covering Pocantico Hills Central, New York with grades Pre-K – 8th. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.
Funding and Resources
Public school districts in New York spend approximately $26,900 per student per year on average (state-level estimate; district-level figures vary), well above the national average (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Districts at this funding level typically offer smaller class sizes, broader elective and extracurricular programs, stronger technology infrastructure, and more competitive teacher salaries. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Pocantico Hills Central School District is a mid-sized district with 1 schools serving students from Pre-K – 8th. Mid-sized districts strike a balance between community-scale relationships and sufficient program breadth. Most offer core academic tracks, basic extracurricular programs, and adequate student support services.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Pocantico Hills Central School District 8 out of 10 — above average among New York public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in New York State’s Grades 3–8 ELA & Math assessments (2023–24 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because New York is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Pocantico Hills Central School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in New York. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 10591
Children in zip code 10591 are assigned to Pocantico Hills Central School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 8th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 10591, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Pocantico Hills Central School District at (914)631-2440 or visit pocantico.pocanticohills.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — New York districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Pocantico Hills Central
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Pocantico Hills Central School District serves zip code 10591, homes in and around zip code 10591 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In New York, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Pocantico Hills Central School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 10591.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Pocantico Hills Central School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 10591 data.