For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,095 students in 11003, NY (there are 2 private schools, serving 66 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 11003, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 11003, NY are Covert Avenue School, Clara H Carlson School and Dutch Broadway School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 11003 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 11003, NY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11003, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Covert Avenue School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
144 Covert Ave
Elmont, NY 11003
(516) 326-5560
Elmont, NY 11003
(516) 326-5560
Gr: PK-6 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Clara H Carlson School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
235 Belmont Blvd
Elmont, NY 11003
(516) 326-5570
Elmont, NY 11003
(516) 326-5570
Gr: PK-6 | 766 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Dutch Broadway School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1880 Dutch Broadway
Elmont, NY 11003
(516) 326-5550
Elmont, NY 11003
(516) 326-5550
Gr: PK-6 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Gotham Avenue School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
181 Gotham Ave
Elmont, NY 11003
(516) 326-5540
Elmont, NY 11003
(516) 326-5540
Gr: PK-6 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Elmont Memorial High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
555 Ridge Rd
Elmont, NY 11003
(516) 488-9200
Elmont, NY 11003
(516) 488-9200
Gr: 7-12 | 1,473 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 11003, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 11003, NY include Covert Avenue School, Clara H Carlson School and Dutch Broadway School.
How many public schools are located in 11003?
5 public schools are located in 11003.
What percentage of students in 11003 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 11003 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 11003?
11003 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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