For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,625 students in 11978, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in 11978, NY are Westhampton Middle School, Westhampton Beach Senior High School and Westhampton Beach Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 11978 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 11978, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11978, NY Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westhampton Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
340 Mill Rd
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
(631) 288-3800
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
(631) 288-3800
Gr: 6-8 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Westhampton Beach Senior High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
49 Lilac Rd
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
(631) 288-3800
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
(631) 288-3800
Gr: 9-12 | 970 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Westhampton Beach Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
379 Mill Rd
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
(631) 288-3800
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
(631) 288-3800
Gr: K-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 11978, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 11978, NY include Westhampton Middle School, Westhampton Beach Senior High School and Westhampton Beach Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 11978?
3 public schools are located in 11978.
What is the racial composition of students in 11978?
11978 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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