For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,946 students in 11581, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in 11581, NY are Forest Road School, Valley Stream South High School and Ogden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 11581 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 11581, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11581, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Forest Road School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16 Forest Rd
Valley Stream, NY 11581
(516) 434-3803
Valley Stream, NY 11581
(516) 434-3803
Gr: PK-6 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Valley Stream South High School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
150 Jedwood Pl
Valley Stream, NY 11581
(516) 791-0310
Valley Stream, NY 11581
(516) 791-0310
Gr: 7-12 | 1,247 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Ogden Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
875 Longview Ave
Valley Stream, NY 11581
(516) 792-4700
Valley Stream, NY 11581
(516) 792-4700
Gr: 2-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Robert W Carbonaro School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
50 Hungry Harbor Rd
Valley Stream, NY 11581
(516) 434-2861
Valley Stream, NY 11581
(516) 434-2861
Gr: K-6 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
William L Buck School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
75 Horton Ave
Valley Stream, NY 11581
(516) 434-2841
Valley Stream, NY 11581
(516) 434-2841
Gr: K-6 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #66.
Brooklyn Avenue School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
24 Brooklyn Ave
Valley Stream, NY 11581
(516) 434-2851
Valley Stream, NY 11581
(516) 434-2851
Gr: K-6 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 11581, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 11581, NY include Forest Road School, Valley Stream South High School and Ogden Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 11581?
6 public schools are located in 11581.
What is the racial composition of students in 11581?
11581 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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