For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,129 students in 11580, NY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 11580, NY are Clearstream Avenue School, Shaw Avenue School and Alden Terrace School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 11580 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 11580, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11580, NY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clearstream Avenue School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
60 Clearstream Ave
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 434-3553
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 434-3553
Gr: PK-6 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Shaw Avenue School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
99 Shaw Ave
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 434-3803
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 434-3803
Gr: PK-6 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Alden Terrace School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1835 Central Ave
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 285-8310
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 285-8310
Gr: PK-6 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #44.
Howell Road School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1475 Howell Rd
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 568-6130
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 568-6130
Gr: PK-6 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 11580, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 11580, NY include Clearstream Avenue School, Shaw Avenue School and Alden Terrace School.
How many public preschools are located in 11580?
4 public preschools are located in 11580.
What is the racial composition of students in 11580?
11580 public preschools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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