For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,597 students in 11552, NY (there are 3 private schools, serving 2,119 private students). 44% of all K-12 students in 11552, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 11552, 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.
Public schools in zipcode 11552 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 11552, NY 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).
Best 11552, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cornwell Avenue School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
250 Cornwell Ave
West Hempstead, NY 11552
(516) 390-3140
West Hempstead, NY 11552
(516) 390-3140
Gr: 1-3 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
West Hempstead Secondary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Nassau Blvd
West Hempstead, NY 11552
(516) 390-3214
West Hempstead, NY 11552
(516) 390-3214
Gr: 7-12 | 806 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
George Washington School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
347 William St
West Hempstead, NY 11552
(516) 390-3130
West Hempstead, NY 11552
(516) 390-3130
Gr: 4-6 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: n/an/a
252 Chestnut St
West Hempstead, NY 11552
(516) 390-3150
West Hempstead, NY 11552
(516) 390-3150
Gr: PK-1 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 11552, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 11552, NY include Cornwell Avenue School, West Hempstead Secondary School and George Washington School.
How many public schools are located in 11552?
4 public schools are located in 11552.
What percentage of students in 11552 go to public school?
44% of all K-12 students in 11552 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 11552?
11552 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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