For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 569 students in 11518, NY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 11518, NY are Centre Avenue Elementary School and Rhame Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 11518 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 11518, NY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11518, NY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Centre Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
55 Centre Ave
East Rockaway, NY 11518
(516) 887-8300
East Rockaway, NY 11518
(516) 887-8300
Gr: PK-6 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Rhame Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 Rhame Ave
East Rockaway, NY 11518
(516) 887-8300
East Rockaway, NY 11518
(516) 887-8300
Gr: PK-6 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 11518, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 11518, NY include Centre Avenue Elementary School and Rhame Avenue Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 11518?
2 public preschools are located in 11518.
What is the racial composition of students in 11518?
11518 public preschools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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