For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,217 students in 11796, NY (there are 1 private school, serving 50 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 11796, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 11796, NY are Sayville High School and Cherry Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 11796 have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 11796, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11796, NY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sayville High School
(Math: ≥99% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
20 Brook St
West Sayville, NY 11796
(631) 244-6600
West Sayville, NY 11796
(631) 244-6600
Grades: 9-12
| 850 students
Rank: #22.
Cherry Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
155 Cherry Ave
West Sayville, NY 11796
(631) 244-6700
West Sayville, NY 11796
(631) 244-6700
Grades: PK-5
| 367 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 11796, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 11796, NY include Sayville High School and Cherry Avenue Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 11796?
2 public schools are located in 11796.
What percentage of students in 11796 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 11796 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 11796?
11796 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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