For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 807 students in 11516, NY (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,238 private students). 39% of all K-12 students in 11516, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public school in 11516, NY is Lawrence Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 11516 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 11516, NY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11516, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lawrence Senior High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2 Reilly Rd
Cedarhurst, NY 11516
(516) 295-8005
Cedarhurst, NY 11516
(516) 295-8005
Gr: 9-12 | 807 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 11516, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 11516, NY include Lawrence Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 11516?
1 public schools are located in 11516.
What percentage of students in 11516 go to public school?
39% of all K-12 students in 11516 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 11516?
11516 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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