For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 304 students in 11971, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 11971, NY is Southold Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 11971 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 11971, NY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11971, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southold Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
420 Oaklawn Ave
Southold, NY 11971
(631) 765-5400
Southold, NY 11971
(631) 765-5400
Gr: K-6 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 11971, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 11971, NY include Southold Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 11971?
1 public elementary schools are located in 11971.
What is the racial composition of students in 11971?
11971 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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