For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,470 students in 11557, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 11557, NY are Woodmere Middle School and Hewlett Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 11557 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 11557, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11557, NY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Woodmere Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1170 Peninsula Blvd
Hewlett, NY 11557
(516) 792-4300
Hewlett, NY 11557
(516) 792-4300
Grades: 6-8
| 658 students
Rank: #22.
Hewlett Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1570 Broadway
Hewlett, NY 11557
(516) 792-4500
Hewlett, NY 11557
(516) 792-4500
Grades: 2-5
| 411 students
Rank: n/an/a
1180 Henrietta Pl
Hewlett, NY 11557
(516) 792-4600
Hewlett, NY 11557
(516) 792-4600
Grades: PK-1
| 401 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 11557, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 11557, NY include Woodmere Middle School and Hewlett Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 11557?
3 public elementary schools are located in 11557.
What is the racial composition of students in 11557?
11557 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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