For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 257 students in 11779, NY.
The top-ranked public preschool in 11779, NY is Edith L Slocum Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 11779 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 11779, NY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11779, NY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edith L Slocum Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2460 Sycamore Ave
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
(631) 467-6040
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
(631) 467-6040
Gr: PK-5 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 11779, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 11779, NY include Edith L Slocum Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 11779?
1 public preschools are located in 11779.
What is the racial composition of students in 11779?
11779 public preschools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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