For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,234 students in 11580, NY (there are 5 private schools, serving 685 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 11580, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 11580, NY are Valley Stream Central High School, Clearstream Avenue School and James A Dever School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 11580 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 11580, NY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11580, NY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Valley Stream Central High School
(Math: 95% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
135 Fletcher Ave
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 561-4410
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 561-4410
Grades: 10-12
| 1,120 students
Rank: #22.
Clearstream Avenue School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
60 Clearstream Ave
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 434-3553
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 434-3553
Grades: PK-6
| 384 students
Rank: #33.
James A Dever School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
585 N Corona Ave
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 568-6120
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 568-6120
Grades: K-6
| 418 students
Rank: #44.
Wheeler Avenue School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 W Wheeler Ave
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 568-6140
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 568-6140
Grades: K-6
| 608 students
Rank: #55.
Alden Terrace School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1835 Central Ave
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 285-8310
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 285-8310
Grades: PK-6
| 400 students
Rank: #66.
Shaw Avenue School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
99 Shaw Ave
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 434-3803
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 434-3803
Grades: PK-6
| 746 students
Rank: #77.
Howell Road School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1475 Howell Rd
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 568-6130
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 568-6130
Grades: PK-6
| 585 students
Rank: #88.
Valley Stream Memorial Junior High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
320 Fletcher Ave
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 872-7710
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 872-7710
Grades: 7-9
| 973 students
11580, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Wayside Home Shl For Girls (The) (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1461 Dutch Broadway
Valley Stream, NY 11580
Valley Stream, NY 11580
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
One West Wheeler Avenue
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 568-6140
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 568-6140
Grades: 1-6
| 557 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 11580, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 11580, NY include Valley Stream Central High School, Clearstream Avenue School and James A Dever School.
How many public schools are located in 11580?
8 public schools are located in 11580.
What percentage of students in 11580 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 11580 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 11580?
11580 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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