For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,063 students in 11566, NY.
The top ranked public high schools in 11566, NY are Merrick Avenue Middle School and Sanford H Calhoun High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 11566 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 11566, NY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 11566 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sanford H Calhoun High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11566, NY Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Merrick Avenue Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1870 Merrick Ave
Merrick, NY 11566
(516) 992-1200
Merrick, NY 11566
(516) 992-1200
Grades: 7-9
| 846 students
Rank: #22.
Sanford H Calhoun High School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1786 State St
Merrick, NY 11566
(516) 992-1300
Merrick, NY 11566
(516) 992-1300
Grades: 9-12
| 1,217 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 11566, NY?
The top ranked public high schools in 11566, NY include Merrick Avenue Middle School and Sanford H Calhoun High School.
How many public high schools are located in 11566?
2 public high schools are located in 11566.
What is the racial composition of students in 11566?
11566 public high schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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