For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,300 students in 11561, NY.
The top-ranked public high school in 11561, NY is Long Beach High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 11561 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 11561, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 11561 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Long Beach High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11561, NY Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Long Beach High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
322 Lagoon Dr W
Long Beach, NY 11561
(516) 897-2012
Long Beach, NY 11561
(516) 897-2012
Gr: 9-12 | 1,300 student Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
11561, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
322 Blackheath Rd
Long Beach, NY 11561
(516) 897-2081
Long Beach, NY 11561
(516) 897-2081
Gr: PK | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 11561, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 11561, NY include Long Beach High School.
How many public high schools are located in 11561?
1 public high schools are located in 11561.
What is the racial composition of students in 11561?
11561 public high schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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