For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,412 students in Mineola, NY (there are 1 private school, serving 1,700 private students). 45% of all K-12 students in Mineola, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in Mineola, NY are Mineola Middle School and Jackson Avenue School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mineola, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Mineola have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Mineola, NY (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mineola Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 Emory Rd
Mineola, NY 11501
(516) 237-2500
Mineola, NY 11501
(516) 237-2500
Gr: 5-7 | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Jackson Avenue School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Jackson Ave
Mineola, NY 11501
(516) 237-2300
Mineola, NY 11501
(516) 237-2300
Gr: 3-4 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: n/an/a
10 Hampton St
Mineola, NY 11501
(516) 237-2200
Mineola, NY 11501
(516) 237-2200
Gr: PK-2 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Mineola, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Mineola, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in Mineola, NY include Mineola Middle School and Jackson Avenue School.
How many public schools are located in Mineola?
3 public schools are located in Mineola.
What percentage of students in Mineola go to public school?
45% of all K-12 students in Mineola are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Mineola?
Mineola public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Mineola are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Mineola include: Hampton Street School vs. Jackson Avenue School, Jackson Avenue School vs. Hampton Street School
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