For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 332 students in 11581, NY.
The top-ranked public preschool in 11581, NY is Forest Road School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 11581 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 11581, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11581, NY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forest Road School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16 Forest Rd
Valley Stream, NY 11581
(516) 434-3803
Valley Stream, NY 11581
(516) 434-3803
Gr: PK-6 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 11581, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 11581, NY include Forest Road School.
How many public preschools are located in 11581?
1 public preschools are located in 11581.
What is the racial composition of students in 11581?
11581 public preschools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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