For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,129 students in 11580, NY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 11580, NY are Clearstream Avenue School, Shaw Avenue School and Alden Terrace School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 11580 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 11580, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11580, NY Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clearstream Avenue School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
60 Clearstream Ave
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 434-3553
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 434-3553
Gr: PK-6 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Shaw Avenue School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
99 Shaw Ave
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 434-3803
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 434-3803
Gr: PK-6 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Alden Terrace School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1835 Central Ave
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 285-8310
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 285-8310
Gr: PK-6 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #44.
Howell Road School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1475 Howell Rd
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 568-6130
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 568-6130
Gr: PK-6 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
11580, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Wayside Home Shl For Girls (The) (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1461 Dutch Broadway
Valley Stream, NY 11580
Valley Stream, NY 11580
One West Wheeler Avenue
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 568-6140
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 568-6140
Gr: 1-6 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 11580, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 11580, NY include Clearstream Avenue School, Shaw Avenue School and Alden Terrace School.
How many public preschools are located in 11580?
4 public preschools are located in 11580.
What is the racial composition of students in 11580?
11580 public preschools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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