For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,095 students in 11542, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 11542, NY are Robert M Finley Middle School, Connolly School and Landing School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 11542 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 11542, NY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11542, NY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Robert M Finley Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1 Forest Ave
Glen Cove, NY 11542
(516) 801-7510
Glen Cove, NY 11542
(516) 801-7510
Grades: 6-8
| 674 students
Rank: #22.
Connolly School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 Ridge Dr
Glen Cove, NY 11542
(516) 801-7310
Glen Cove, NY 11542
(516) 801-7310
Grades: 3-5
| 321 students
Rank: #33.
Landing School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
60 Mcloughlin St
Glen Cove, NY 11542
(516) 801-7410
Glen Cove, NY 11542
(516) 801-7410
Grades: 3-5
| 360 students
11542, New York 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
St. Christopher-ottilie (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1 Alexander Place
Glen Cove, NY 11542
Glen Cove, NY 11542
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 11542, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 11542, NY include Robert M Finley Middle School, Connolly School and Landing School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 11542?
5 public elementary schools are located in 11542.
What is the racial composition of students in 11542?
11542 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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