For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,410 students in 11782, NY (there are , serving 90 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 11782, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 11782, NY are Sayville Middle School, Lincoln Avenue Elementary School and Sunrise Drive Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 11782 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 11782, NY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11782, NY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sayville Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
291 Johnson Ave
Sayville, NY 11782
(631) 244-6650
Sayville, NY 11782
(631) 244-6650
Grades: 6-8
| 604 students
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
440 Lincoln Ave
Sayville, NY 11782
(631) 244-6725
Sayville, NY 11782
(631) 244-6725
Grades: PK-6
| 414 students
Rank: #33.
Sunrise Drive Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
320 Sunrise Dr
Sayville, NY 11782
(631) 244-6750
Sayville, NY 11782
(631) 244-6750
Grades: PK-5
| 392 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 11782, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 11782, NY include Sayville Middle School, Lincoln Avenue Elementary School and Sunrise Drive Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 11782?
3 public schools are located in 11782.
What percentage of students in 11782 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 11782 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 11782?
11782 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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