For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,188 students in Franklin Square, NY.
The top ranked public schools in Franklin Square, NY are H Frank Carey High School, John Street School and Valley Stream North High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Franklin Square, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Franklin Square have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51±¬ÁÏs in Franklin Square, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
H Frank Carey High School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
230 Poppy Ave
Franklin Square, NY 11010
(516) 539-9400
Franklin Square, NY 11010
(516) 539-9400
Grades: 7-12
| 1,594 students
Rank: #22.
John Street School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
560 Nassau Blvd
Franklin Square, NY 11010
(516) 505-6955
Franklin Square, NY 11010
(516) 505-6955
Grades: PK-6
| 500 students
Rank: #33.
Valley Stream North High School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
750 Herman Ave
Franklin Square, NY 11010
(516) 564-5510
Franklin Square, NY 11010
(516) 564-5510
Grades: 7-12
| 1,261 students
Rank: #44.
Polk Street School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
960 Polk Ave
Franklin Square, NY 11010
(516) 352-6300
Franklin Square, NY 11010
(516) 352-6300
Grades: PK-6
| 624 students
Rank: #55.
Washington Street School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
760 Washington St
Franklin Square, NY 11010
(516) 505-6995
Franklin Square, NY 11010
(516) 505-6995
Grades: PK-6
| 790 students
Rank: #66.
Willow Road School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
880 Catalpa Dr
Franklin Square, NY 11010
(516) 568-6640
Franklin Square, NY 11010
(516) 568-6640
Grades: K-6
| 419 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Franklin Square, NY?
The top ranked public schools in Franklin Square, NY include H Frank Carey High School, John Street School and Valley Stream North High School.
How many public schools are located in Franklin Square?
6 public schools are located in Franklin Square.
What is the racial composition of students in Franklin Square?
Franklin Square public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Franklin Square are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Franklin Square include: Polk Street School vs. John Street School, John Street School vs. Polk Street School, Washington Street School vs. John Street School
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