What types of schools are available in West Hempstead, New York?

West Hempstead, New York offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in West Hempstead, New York

Q: How many schools are in West Hempstead, New York?

There are 4 schools in West Hempstead, New York, serving 1,597 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in West Hempstead?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in West Hempstead, New York, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 4 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

1,597

Total Students

Across West Hempstead

13.3:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

4 schools found

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Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)3 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)1 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 806 students at West Hempstead Secondary School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 11:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Chestnut Street School

publicelementaryPK-1

252 Chestnut St, West Hempstead, NY 11552

West Hempstead Secondary School

publichighGrade 7-12

400 Nassau Blvd, West Hempstead, NY 11552

Cornwell Avenue School

publicelementaryGrade 1-3

250 Cornwell Ave, West Hempstead, NY 11552

George Washington School

publicmiddleGrade 4-6

347 William St, West Hempstead, NY 11552

Detailed Overview of Schools in West Hempstead

West Hempstead, New York is home to 4 schools serving over 1,597 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in West Hempstead, New York?

There are 4 schools in West Hempstead, serving 1,597 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in West Hempstead?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in West Hempstead include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in West Hempstead?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in West Hempstead is 13.3:1.

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