For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,152 students in 11740, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in 11740, NY are Harborfields High School, Oldfield Middle School and Thomas J Lahey Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 11740 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 11740, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11740, NY Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harborfields High School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
98 Taylor Ave
Greenlawn, NY 11740
(631) 754-5360
Greenlawn, NY 11740
(631) 754-5360
Gr: 9-12 | 923 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Oldfield Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2 Oldfield Rd
Greenlawn, NY 11740
(631) 754-5310
Greenlawn, NY 11740
(631) 754-5310
Gr: 6-8 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Thomas J Lahey Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
625 Pulaski Rd
Greenlawn, NY 11740
(631) 754-5400
Greenlawn, NY 11740
(631) 754-5400
Gr: 3-5 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 11740, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 11740, NY include Harborfields High School, Oldfield Middle School and Thomas J Lahey Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 11740?
3 public schools are located in 11740.
What is the racial composition of students in 11740?
11740 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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