For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,232 students in 11580, NY (there are 4 private schools, serving 601 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 11580, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 11580, NY are Clearstream Avenue School, Valley Stream Central High 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 67% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), 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 Asian), which is more than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11580, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clearstream Avenue School
(Math: 75-79% | 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
Gr: PK-6 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Valley Stream Central High School
(Math: 70% | 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
Gr: 10-12 | 1,121 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
James A Dever School
(Math: 65-69% | 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
Gr: K-6 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #44.
Shaw Avenue School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
99 Shaw Ave
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 434-3803
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 434-3803
Gr: PK-6 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Wheeler Avenue School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 W Wheeler Ave
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 568-6140
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 568-6140
Gr: K-6 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #66.
Alden Terrace School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1835 Central Ave
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 285-8310
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 285-8310
Gr: PK-6 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #77.
Howell Road School
(Math: 62% | 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
Gr: PK-6 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #88.
Valley Stream Memorial Junior High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
320 Fletcher Ave
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 872-7710
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 872-7710
Gr: 7-9 | 937 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 11580, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 11580, NY include Clearstream Avenue School, Valley Stream Central High 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?
89% of all K-12 students in 11580 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 11580?
11580 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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