For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 575 students in Inwood, NY.
The top ranked public elementary school in Inwood, NY is Lawrence Primary School At #2 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Inwood, NY public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in Inwood have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Inwood, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lawrence Primary School At #2 School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Donahue Ave
Inwood, NY 11096
(516) 295-6200
Inwood, NY 11096
(516) 295-6200
Grades: 1-4
| 434 students
Rank: n/an/a
87 Wanser Ave
Inwood, NY 11096
(516) 295-6400
Inwood, NY 11096
(516) 295-6400
Grades: K-2
| 141 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Inwood, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Inwood, NY include Lawrence Primary School At #2 School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Inwood?
2 public elementary schools are located in Inwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Inwood?
Inwood public elementary schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Inwood are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Inwood include: Lawrence Early Childhood Center At #4 School vs. Lawrence Primary School At #2 School, Lawrence Primary School At #2 School vs. Lawrence Early Childhood Center At #4 School
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