Best 11581 New York Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,247 students in 11581, NY.
The top-ranked public middle school in 11581, NY is Valley Stream South High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 11581 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the New York public middle school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 11581, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New York public middle school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).

Best 11581, NY Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valley Stream South High School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
150 Jedwood Pl
Valley Stream, NY 11581
(516) 791-0310
Gr: 7-12 | 1,247 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 87%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 11581, NY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 11581, NY include Valley Stream South High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 11581?
1 public middle schools are located in 11581.
What is the racial composition of students in 11581?
11581 public middle schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New York public middle schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).

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