For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 816 students in 11782, NY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 11782, NY are Lincoln Avenue Elementary School and Sunrise Drive Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 11782 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 11782, NY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11782, NY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
440 Lincoln Ave
Sayville, NY 11782
(631) 244-6725
Sayville, NY 11782
(631) 244-6725
Gr: PK-5 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Sunrise Drive Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
320 Sunrise Dr
Sayville, NY 11782
(631) 244-6750
Sayville, NY 11782
(631) 244-6750
Gr: PK-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 11782, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 11782, NY include Lincoln Avenue Elementary School and Sunrise Drive Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 11782?
2 public preschools are located in 11782.
What is the racial composition of students in 11782?
11782 public preschools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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