For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,506 students in 11791, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 11791, NY are West Side School, H B Thompson Middle School and South Grove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 11791 have an average math proficiency score of 92% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 11791, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11791, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Side School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1597 Laurel Hollow Rd
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 692-7900
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 692-7900
Gr: 2-6 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
H B Thompson Middle School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
98 Ann Dr
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 364-5760
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 364-5760
Gr: 6-8 | 955 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
South Grove Elementary School
(Math: 94% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
60 Colony Ln
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 364-5810
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 364-5810
Gr: K-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #44.
Village Elementary School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
90 Convent Rd
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 364-5817
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 364-5817
Gr: K-5 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
South Woods Middle School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
99 Pell Ln
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 364-5621
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 364-5621
Gr: 6-8 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #66.
Robbins Lane Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
157 Robbins Ln
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 364-5804
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 364-5804
Gr: K-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #77.
Berry Hill Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
181 Cold Spring Rd
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 364-5790
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 364-5790
Gr: K-5 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #88.
Willits Elementary School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
99 Nana Pl
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 364-5829
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 364-5829
Gr: K-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: n/an/a
P.s. 256
Special Education School
525 Convent Rd
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 921-0450
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 921-0450
Gr: PK-12 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
11791, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 11791, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 11791, NY include West Side School, H B Thompson Middle School and South Grove Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 11791?
9 public elementary schools are located in 11791.
What is the racial composition of students in 11791?
11791 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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