Best West Hempstead Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,597 students in West Hempstead, NY (there are 3 private schools, serving 2,119 private students). 47% of all K-12 students in West Hempstead, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).

The top-ranked public schools in West Hempstead, NY are Cornwell Avenue School, West Hempstead Secondary School and George Washington School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

West Hempstead, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in West Hempstead have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public schools.

Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).