For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,390 students in 11501, NY (there are 1 private school, serving 1,700 private students). 45% of all K-12 students in 11501, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 11501, NY are Mineola Middle School and Jackson Avenue School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 11501 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 11501, NY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11501, NY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mineola Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 Emory Rd
Mineola, NY 11501
(516) 237-2500
Mineola, NY 11501
(516) 237-2500
Grades: 5-7
| 656 students
Rank: #22.
Jackson Avenue School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Jackson Ave
Mineola, NY 11501
(516) 237-2300
Mineola, NY 11501
(516) 237-2300
Grades: 2-4
| 415 students
Rank: n/an/a
10 Hampton St
Mineola, NY 11501
(516) 237-2200
Mineola, NY 11501
(516) 237-2200
Grades: PK-2
| 319 students
11501, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Nassau Haven (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
330 Old Country Rd
Mineola, NY 11501
Mineola, NY 11501
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
121 Jackson Ave
Mineola, NY 11501
(516) 237-2900
Mineola, NY 11501
(516) 237-2900
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 11501, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 11501, NY include Mineola Middle School and Jackson Avenue School.
How many public schools are located in 11501?
3 public schools are located in 11501.
What percentage of students in 11501 go to public school?
45% of all K-12 students in 11501 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 11501?
11501 public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles

Sexual Harassment at Age 6: The Tale of a First Grade Suspension
A six-year old in Aurora, Colorado, was suspended after singing an LMFAO song to a little girl in his class and reportedly “shaking his booty.” We look at the case and the sexual harassment problem in public schools today.

How Scaffolding Could Change the Way Your Child Learns
This article explores the concept of instructional scaffolding, a teaching method that enhances learning by breaking down complex tasks into manageable parts. It highlights how scaffolding supports students in developing critical thinking skills and becoming more independent learners. The article discusses the benefits of scaffolding, including improved engagement and reduced anxiety, and provides strategies for its implementation across various educational levels.

February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and EvolutionWe explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.