For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 491 students in Central Islip, NY.
The top-ranked public preschool in Central Islip, NY is Anthony Alfano Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Central Islip, NY public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in Central Islip have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Central Islip, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anthony Alfano Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
50 Wheeler Rd
Central Islip, NY 11722
(631) 348-5139
Central Islip, NY 11722
(631) 348-5139
Gr: PK-6 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Central Islip, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in Central Islip, NY include Anthony Alfano Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Central Islip?
1 public preschools are located in Central Islip.
What is the racial composition of students in Central Islip?
Central Islip public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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