For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,223 students in Wayland, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in Wayland, NY are Wayland-cohocton High School, Wayland-cohocton Middle School and Wayland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wayland, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Wayland have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Wayland, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wayland-cohocton High School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2350 Rt 63
Wayland, NY 14572
(585) 728-2366
Wayland, NY 14572
(585) 728-2366
Gr: 9-12 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Wayland-cohocton Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2350 Rt 63
Wayland, NY 14572
(585) 728-2551
Wayland, NY 14572
(585) 728-2551
Gr: 5-8 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Wayland Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2350 Rt 63
Wayland, NY 14572
(585) 728-3547
Wayland, NY 14572
(585) 728-3547
Gr: K-4 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Wayland, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in Wayland, NY include Wayland-cohocton High School, Wayland-cohocton Middle School and Wayland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Wayland?
3 public schools are located in Wayland.
What is the racial composition of students in Wayland?
Wayland public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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