In just a quick look, it seems to be that places with more money are higher up on this scale — and by that, I mean property taxes. Keep in mind this does not connote dollar amounts only, but intact families, parents with the financial security to be involved in their schools and their child’s education, parents and families who articulate, fund and press for expectations on both their stidents and their local school systems.
https://k12.niche.com/rankings/public-high-schools/best-overall/s/new-york/