For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,848 students in 11951, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 11951, NY are Tangier Smith Elementary School and William Paca Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 11951 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 11951, NY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11951, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tangier Smith Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
336 Blanco Dr
Mastic Beach, NY 11951
(631) 874-1341
Mastic Beach, NY 11951
(631) 874-1341
Gr: K-5 | 770 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
William Paca Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
338 Blanco Dr
Mastic Beach, NY 11951
(631) 874-1414
Mastic Beach, NY 11951
(631) 874-1414
Gr: 6-8 | 1,078 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 11951, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 11951, NY include Tangier Smith Elementary School and William Paca Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 11951?
2 public elementary schools are located in 11951.
What is the racial composition of students in 11951?
11951 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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