For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,390 students in Mineola, NY (there are , serving 1,700 private students). 45% of all K-12 students in Mineola, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Mineola, NY are Mineola Middle School and Jackson Avenue School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mineola, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Mineola have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Mineola, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mineola Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 Emory Rd
Mineola, NY 11501
(516) 237-2500
Mineola, NY 11501
(516) 237-2500
Grades: 5-7
| 656 students
Rank: #22.
Jackson Avenue School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Jackson Ave
Mineola, NY 11501
(516) 237-2300
Mineola, NY 11501
(516) 237-2300
Grades: 2-4
| 415 students
Rank: n/an/a
10 Hampton St
Mineola, NY 11501
(516) 237-2200
Mineola, NY 11501
(516) 237-2200
Grades: PK-2
| 319 students
Mineola, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Nassau Haven (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
330 Old Country Rd
Mineola, NY 11501
Mineola, NY 11501
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
121 Jackson Ave
Mineola, NY 11501
(516) 237-2900
Mineola, NY 11501
(516) 237-2900
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Mineola, NY?
The top ranked public schools in Mineola, NY include Mineola Middle School and Jackson Avenue School.
How many public schools are located in Mineola?
3 public schools are located in Mineola.
What percentage of students in Mineola go to public school?
45% of all K-12 students in Mineola are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Mineola?
Mineola public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Mineola are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Mineola include: Jackson Avenue School vs. Hampton Street School
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