For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,491 students in 11004, NY (there are 1 private school, serving 403 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 11004, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 11004, NY are James J Ambrose School and Irwin Altman Middle School 172. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 11004 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 11004, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11004, NY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
James J Ambrose School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
80-51 261st St
Glen Oaks, NY 11004
(718) 831-4010
Glen Oaks, NY 11004
(718) 831-4010
Grades: PK-5
| 664 students
Rank: #22.
Irwin Altman Middle School 172
(Math: 53% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
81-14 257th St
Glen Oaks, NY 11004
(718) 831-4000
Glen Oaks, NY 11004
(718) 831-4000
Grades: 6-8
| 827 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 11004, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 11004, NY include James J Ambrose School and Irwin Altman Middle School 172.
How many public schools are located in 11004?
2 public schools are located in 11004.
What percentage of students in 11004 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 11004 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 11004?
11004 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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