Best 11762 New York Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,704 students in 11762, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in 11762, NY are Mckenna Elementary School, East Lake Elementary School and Birch Lane Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 11762 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 11762, NY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Best 11762, NY Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mckenna Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
210 Spruce St
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
(516) 308-5501
Gr: K-5 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
East Lake Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
154 E Lake Ave
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
(516) 308-5201
Gr: K-5 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Birch Lane Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
41 Birch Ln
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
(516) 308-5101
Gr: K-5 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 11762, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 11762, NY include Mckenna Elementary School, East Lake Elementary School and Birch Lane Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 11762?
3 public schools are located in 11762.
What is the racial composition of students in 11762?
11762 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

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