Rockland County's eight school districts have earned a well established reputation for academic excellence and feature consistent above-average test scores both state and nationwide. All districts offer programs for the gifted and talented; special services for the learning disabled; advanced classes and ESL programs for non-native speaking students. In addition, the curriculums include topics in the sciences, computers, foreign languages, life skills and college credit courses.
Clarkstown
Clarkstown School District has a well established reputation for academic excellence. The varied programs serve the needs and interests of 8,000 students in its system. Visit the Clarkstown School District website for more information, or call them today at
East Ramapo
East Ramapo is the largest school district in Rockland County with an estimated student population of 9,000. The district provides excellence in education through a comprehensive program that starts with the basics and includes elective course offerings, special programs, and small class sizes. Visit the East Ramapo School District website for more information, or call them today at
Nanuet
The location of Nanuet School District's three buildings is in an "educational Park" setting. This park setting allows for approximately 1,700 students to learn and grow in a highly controlled, peaceful atmosphere. The children in Nanuet schools are seen as the greatest single natural resource. Visit the Nanuet School District website for more information, or call them today at
North Rockland
North Rockland Central School District has approximately 7,000 students. With aspirations for high quality education, the goals are set so that the students experience only the best. The district believes that North Rockland is a great place to learn. Visit the North Rockland School District website for more information, or call them today at
Nyack
Nyack Public Schools are committed to the belief that all of its 2,600 children can and must be educated. The district's thrust is for each student to excel in his or her own special way through a wide variety of educational opportunities. Visit the Nyack School District website for more information, or call them today at
Pearl River
The Pearl River School District believes that every student can and will learn. With four school buildings, the district is small but demands a high performance level. They educate approximately 1,800 students. Visit the Pearl River School District website for more information, or call them today at
Ramapo
Ramapo Central School District, the fourth largest in the county, has high educational aspirations for all of its 3,800 students. The goal to maintain and foster the physical, mental, and social health of the students, and to develop learning and communication skills is crucial at all levels of education. Extra curricular activities begin early in the educational process and advance through the learning years. Visit the Ramapo School District website for more information, or call them today at
South Orangetown
South Orangetown School District provides approximately 2,200 students with a quality education comprised of the basics, but also of innovative programs or every age and developmental level. The basic skills learned early in elementary school are the keys to success in high school and beyond. Visit the South Orangetown School District website for more information, or call them today at
Rockland BOCES
NY Catholic Schools
Reuben Gittleman Hebrew Day School
Rockland's College Campuses...
Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory
New York University of Social Work At Dominican College
SUNY Rockland Community College
Rockland Graduate Campus, Long Island University
