For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,217 students in 11796, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in 11796, NY are Sayville High School and Cherry Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 11796 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 11796, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11796, NY Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sayville High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
20 Brook St
West Sayville, NY 11796
(631) 244-6600
West Sayville, NY 11796
(631) 244-6600
Gr: 9-12 | 850 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Cherry Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
155 Cherry Ave
West Sayville, NY 11796
(631) 244-6700
West Sayville, NY 11796
(631) 244-6700
Gr: PK-5 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 11796, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 11796, NY include Sayville High School and Cherry Avenue Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 11796?
2 public schools are located in 11796.
What is the racial composition of students in 11796?
11796 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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