For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 655 students in 11978, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 11978, NY are Westhampton Middle School and Westhampton Beach Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 11978 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 11978, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11978, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westhampton Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
340 Mill Rd
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
(631) 288-3800
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
(631) 288-3800
Gr: 6-8 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Westhampton Beach Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
379 Mill Rd
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
(631) 288-3800
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
(631) 288-3800
Gr: K-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 11978, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 11978, NY include Westhampton Middle School and Westhampton Beach Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 11978?
2 public elementary schools are located in 11978.
What is the racial composition of students in 11978?
11978 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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