For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,141 students in 11580, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 11580, NY are Clearstream Avenue School, James A Dever School and Wheeler Avenue School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 11580 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 11580, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11580, NY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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: #66.
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
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 elementary schools in 11580, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 11580, NY include Clearstream Avenue School, James A Dever School and Wheeler Avenue School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 11580?
6 public elementary schools are located in 11580.
What is the racial composition of students in 11580?
11580 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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