For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 791 students in 11552, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 11552, NY are Cornwell Avenue School and George Washington School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 11552 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 11552, NY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public elementary school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11552, NY Public Elementary 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.
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 elementary schools in 11552, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 11552, NY include Cornwell Avenue School and George Washington School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 11552?
3 public elementary schools are located in 11552.
What is the racial composition of students in 11552?
11552 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public elementary schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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