For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,892 students in Holtsville, NY (there are 1 private school, serving 7 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in Holtsville, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Holtsville, NY are Sagamore Middle School, Chippewa Elementary School and Waverly Avenue School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Holtsville, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Holtsville have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Holtsville, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sagamore Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
57 Division St
Holtsville, NY 11742
(631) 696-8600
Holtsville, NY 11742
(631) 696-8600
Grades: 6-8
| 898 students
Rank: #22.
Chippewa Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1 David Mello Dr
Holtsville, NY 11742
(631) 696-8640
Holtsville, NY 11742
(631) 696-8640
Grades: K-5
| 524 students
Rank: #33.
Waverly Avenue School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1111 Waverly Ave
Holtsville, NY 11742
(631) 654-8690
Holtsville, NY 11742
(631) 654-8690
Grades: K-5
| 470 students
Holtsville, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
750 Waverly Ave
Holtsville, NY 11742
(631) 207-7100
Holtsville, NY 11742
(631) 207-7100
Grades: 6-8
| 833 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Holtsville, NY?
The top ranked public schools in Holtsville, NY include Sagamore Middle School, Chippewa Elementary School and Waverly Avenue School.
How many public schools are located in Holtsville?
3 public schools are located in Holtsville.
What percentage of students in Holtsville go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in Holtsville are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Holtsville?
Holtsville public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Holtsville are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Holtsville include: Waverly Avenue School vs. Chippewa Elementary School, Chippewa Elementary School vs. Waverly Avenue School
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