For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,892 students in 11742, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 11742, NY are Chippewa Elementary School, Sagamore Middle School and Waverly Avenue School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 11742 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 11742, NY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11742, NY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chippewa Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 David Mello Dr
Holtsville, NY 11742
(631) 696-8640
Holtsville, NY 11742
(631) 696-8640
Gr: K-5 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Sagamore Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
57 Division St
Holtsville, NY 11742
(631) 696-8600
Holtsville, NY 11742
(631) 696-8600
Gr: 6-8 | 898 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Waverly Avenue School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1111 Waverly Ave
Holtsville, NY 11742
(631) 654-8690
Holtsville, NY 11742
(631) 654-8690
Gr: K-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
11742, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
750 Waverly Ave
Holtsville, NY 11742
(631) 207-7100
Holtsville, NY 11742
(631) 207-7100
Gr: 6-8 | 833 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 11742, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 11742, NY include Chippewa Elementary School, Sagamore Middle School and Waverly Avenue School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 11742?
3 public elementary schools are located in 11742.
What is the racial composition of students in 11742?
11742 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 40% 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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