For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,278 students in 11791, NY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 11791, NY are H B Thompson Middle School and South Woods Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 11791 have an average math proficiency score of 93% (versus the New York public middle school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 11791, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New York public middle school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11791, NY Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
H B Thompson Middle School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
98 Ann Dr
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 364-5760
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 364-5760
Gr: 6-8 | 955 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
South Woods Middle School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
99 Pell Ln
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 364-5621
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 364-5621
Gr: 6-8 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: n/an/a
P.s. 256
Special Education School
525 Convent Rd
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 921-0450
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 921-0450
Gr: PK-12 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
11791, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 11791, NY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 11791, NY include H B Thompson Middle School and South Woods Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 11791?
3 public middle schools are located in 11791.
What is the racial composition of students in 11791?
11791 public middle schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New York public middle schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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