For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public school serving 387 students in 11797, NY (there are 2 private schools, serving 136 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 11797, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public school in 11797, NY is Walt Whitman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 11797 have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 11797, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11797, NY Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Walt Whitman Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
482 Woodbury Rd
Woodbury, NY 11797
(516) 364-5823
Woodbury, NY 11797
(516) 364-5823
Grades: K-5
| 387 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 11797, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 11797, NY include Walt Whitman Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 11797?
1 public schools are located in 11797.
What percentage of students in 11797 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 11797 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 11797?
11797 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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