For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,032 students in 11596, NY (there are 2 private schools, serving 444 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 11596, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 11596, NY are North Side School and Center Street School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 11596 have an average math proficiency score of 92% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 84% (versus the 49% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11596, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Side School
(Math: 95% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
110 E Williston Ave
Williston Park, NY 11596
(516) 333-6860
Williston Park, NY 11596
(516) 333-6860
Gr: PK-4 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Center Street School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
240 Center St
Williston Park, NY 11596
(516) 305-8300
Williston Park, NY 11596
(516) 305-8300
Gr: K-5 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
11596, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6 Cross St
Williston Park, NY 11596
(516) 237-2100
Williston Park, NY 11596
(516) 237-2100
Gr: 1-5 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 11596, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 11596, NY include North Side School and Center Street School.
How many public schools are located in 11596?
2 public schools are located in 11596.
What percentage of students in 11596 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 11596 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 11596?
11596 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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