For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 758 students in East Rockaway, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in East Rockaway, NY are Waverly Park School, Centre Avenue Elementary School and Rhame Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
East Rockaway, NY public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in East Rockaway have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in East Rockaway, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Waverly Park School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
320 Waverly Ave
East Rockaway, NY 11518
(516) 887-6589
East Rockaway, NY 11518
(516) 887-6589
Grades: 1-5
| 201 students
Rank: #22.
Centre Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
55 Centre Ave
East Rockaway, NY 11518
(516) 887-8300
East Rockaway, NY 11518
(516) 887-8300
Grades: PK-6
| 241 students
Rank: #33.
Rhame Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 Rhame Ave
East Rockaway, NY 11518
(516) 887-8300
East Rockaway, NY 11518
(516) 887-8300
Grades: PK-6
| 316 students
East Rockaway, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
55 Centre Ave
East Rockaway, NY 11518
(516) 887-8315
East Rockaway, NY 11518
(516) 887-8315
Grades: K-6
| 334 students
55 Centre Avenue
East Rockaway, NY 11518
(516) 887-8300
East Rockaway, NY 11518
(516) 887-8300
Grades: K-6
| 316 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in East Rockaway, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in East Rockaway, NY include Waverly Park School, Centre Avenue Elementary School and Rhame Avenue Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in East Rockaway?
3 public elementary schools are located in East Rockaway.
What is the racial composition of students in East Rockaway?
East Rockaway public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in East Rockaway are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in East Rockaway include: Rhame Avenue Elementary School vs. Centre Avenue Elementary School, Centre Avenue Elementary School vs. Rhame Avenue Elementary School
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