For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,210 students in 11740, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 11740, NY are Oldfield Middle School and Thomas J Lahey Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 11740 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 11740, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11740, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oldfield Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2 Oldfield Rd
Greenlawn, NY 11740
(631) 754-5310
Greenlawn, NY 11740
(631) 754-5310
Gr: 6-8 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Thomas J Lahey Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
625 Pulaski Rd
Greenlawn, NY 11740
(631) 754-5400
Greenlawn, NY 11740
(631) 754-5400
Gr: 3-5 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 11740, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 11740, NY include Oldfield Middle School and Thomas J Lahey Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 11740?
2 public elementary schools are located in 11740.
What is the racial composition of students in 11740?
11740 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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