For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,491 students in Glen Oaks, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Glen Oaks, NY are James J Ambrose School and Irwin Altman Middle School 172. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Glen Oaks, NY public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in Glen Oaks have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Glen Oaks, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
James J Ambrose School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
80-51 261st St
Glen Oaks, NY 11004
(718) 831-4010
Glen Oaks, NY 11004
(718) 831-4010
Grades: PK-5
| 664 students
Rank: #22.
Irwin Altman Middle School 172
(Math: 53% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
81-14 257th St
Glen Oaks, NY 11004
(718) 831-4000
Glen Oaks, NY 11004
(718) 831-4000
Grades: 6-8
| 827 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Glen Oaks, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Glen Oaks, NY include James J Ambrose School and Irwin Altman Middle School 172.
How many public elementary schools are located in Glen Oaks?
2 public elementary schools are located in Glen Oaks.
What is the racial composition of students in Glen Oaks?
Glen Oaks public elementary schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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