For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,728 students in 11978, NY.
The top ranked public schools in 11978, NY are Westhampton Middle School, Westhampton Beach Senior High School and Westhampton Beach Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 11978 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 11978, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11978, NY Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westhampton Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
340 Mill Rd
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
(631) 288-3800
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
(631) 288-3800
Gr: 6-8 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Westhampton Beach Senior High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
49 Lilac Rd
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
(631) 288-3800
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
(631) 288-3800
Gr: 9-12 | 991 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Westhampton Beach Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
379 Mill Rd
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
(631) 288-3800
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
(631) 288-3800
Gr: K-5 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 11978, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 11978, NY include Westhampton Middle School, Westhampton Beach Senior High School and Westhampton Beach Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 11978?
3 public schools are located in 11978.
What is the racial composition of students in 11978?
11978 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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