For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 659 students in Glen Oaks, NY.
The top-ranked public preschool in Glen Oaks, NY is James J Ambrose School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Glen Oaks, NY public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in Glen Oaks have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Glen Oaks, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James J Ambrose School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
80-51 261st St
Glen Oaks, NY 11004
(718) 831-4010
Glen Oaks, NY 11004
(718) 831-4010
Gr: PK-5 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Glen Oaks, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in Glen Oaks, NY include James J Ambrose School.
How many public preschools are located in Glen Oaks?
1 public preschools are located in Glen Oaks.
What is the racial composition of students in Glen Oaks?
Glen Oaks public preschools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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