2023 Best Schools in Nassau County

• Locust Valley, NY•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.39 out of 5  92 reviews

Parent: We have a rising Kindergartener, who finished his first year at Friends in Pre-K. As a parent, and an educational professional, I personally could not have designed a better experience for my son, especially during the COVID-related shut down. We initially chose Friends for our son because we wanted more for him; we wanted him to learn through experience, to develop thoughts of his own and more importantly to be part of a community that subscribed to similar values as ours. Our son’s first year was FANTASTIC! Notably, while everyone was scrambling to figure things out when the State shut down, our son was being educated and supported in a way that was developmentally appropriate, fun and responsive. The transition to virtual school was so seamless, that it seemed like it was planned for (it might have been). More importantly, the teachers were open and responsive to feedback, and continued to tweak the new modality regularly. We are looking forward to many more years at Friends!... Read 92 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 706

• Student-teacher ratio 5:1

• Jericho Union Free School District, NY•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.08 out of 5  179 reviews

Sophomore: I really like the supportiveness at Jericho High School. The wide variety of classes caters to students interested in pursuing many paths in the future, from music to STEM to literature. I feel comfortable exploring opportunities with the support of my teachers, who go the extra mile to ensure that I'm always doing my best. The competitive environment is also very different from most schools, so it is not just the teachers encouraging you to do your best, its peers and classmates. Combined, all of this makes a healthy environment that ensures success!... Read 179 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,205

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Great Neck Public Schools, NY•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.17 out of 5  262 reviews

Senior: Very, very academically toxic environment, it's not really competitive until you realize it is by having interactions with — normal people. Certain people here can be complete jerks, but others are nice. This school has a variety of types of people in it despite low racial diversity. The only very good sports teams are in badminton, fencing and track & field. Some other programs like tennis and swim are good sometimes, but they are generally just average. All the other sports are embarrassingly bad. (Core subject) teachers here are either average or very, very good. The largest redeeming factor for this school is that some of the teachers are world-class, and even perspective-changing, if their teaching method resonates with you. If you challenge yourself and take difficult classes, school will be hard. Some of the competition clubs are very good, some overfunded, others not funded at all. If you want to give your life for a grade and don't have bad social experiences, it's a 10/10.... Read 262 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,226

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Locust Valley, NY•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.62 out of 5  50 reviews

Sophomore: I have many opportunities at Portledge, which is something I love about the school. I love our campus because it is very college-like and due to this, the students have a lot of responsibilities, some examples would be having everything we need before walking across campus and scheduling meetings with teachers. Portledge has many pros, but just like any institution, there are also cons. Being an black student at Portledge, a prominently white school, I feel that most of the students are blind to what the (very few) minorities at the school face. I wouldn't say that we face racism, but we have to deal with not being able to say certain things or be our full selves because most of the students there do not understand. I feel that Portledge's curriculum (and other private schools) could be improved by including more modern events that impact some of the students that attend the school. Overall, Portledge is a great place with a great learning environment and I do not plan on leaving!... Read 50 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 546

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Syosset Central School District, NY•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.01 out of 5  365 reviews

Parent: I used this same review for Baylis Elementary, but it also applies to the middle and high school...our oldest went through the system as well. Our taxes are a bit higher than most other areas , but we get great schools like this and great families as well. Many of the parents may have accents and speak not-so-perfect English, but their values are the same as all Syosset residents. Schools are more than just teachers, programs and facilities. It's who your child is sitting next to and what they bring to your child's life. When so many of our friends in Queens and Manhattan are stressed and scrambling to find schools for their kids to attend, it's nice to know that we don't have to worry about anything for 12 years. +++We were just notified by email that Syosset will be offering Mandarin ESL to incoming 1st and 2nd graders in 2023. This will really help transition the little ones with becoming proficient in English.... Read 365 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 2,208

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Roslyn Union Free School District, NY•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.9 out of 5  133 reviews

Sophomore: I am a current sophomore at Roslyn High School. So far, feel very prepared for college thus far and I can't even imagine what could come next! I love all the opportunities that this school has given me whether it comes to sports, clubs, or even classes. I have had the opportunity to take various levels of courses, which has been great in challenging me. The teachers are always there to help, with office hours, extra help, email, and even after class. They have stayed lenient and understanding during the Covid-19 pandemic, which I am extremely grateful for. Although we have great opportunities the there is a lack of POC and culture from those communities, however, there is no divide between any of the communities, anyone can be friends with anyone. Overall I have had a very good experience so far.... Read 133 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,025

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Manhasset Union Free School District, NY•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.9 out of 5  73 reviews

Senior: Manhasset is quite a wealthy area, and its affluence is clear in our abundant resources. We have a very strong sports presence, seen in the large portion of the budget goes there. Our academia is quite rigorous, to the point that there is very stiff competition. A large percentage of the student body takes honors/AP courses. A 4.0+ weighted gpa (we have a 4.33 unweighted system) is quite common. However, the teachers are usually pretty willing to help you out whenever you need; I have personally sent quite a few 2 AM emails to them on the verge of a breakdown begging for extra help and they are quite ready to supply it. Socially, it is quite cliquey (athletes, geniuses, theatre kids, miscellaneous) but it is possible to make very good friends here. Clubs and the fine arts are ok; they're pretty overshadowed by sports but are still mediocre. Lots of college obsessions (some kids do ecs just for college). Overall, there's a lot of good people here and the academia is hard enough :)... Read 73 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 976

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Herricks Union Free School District, NY•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.1 out of 5  195 reviews

Senior: There have a good learning environment, strict school system. The teacher is very responsible for the students, and the school has a lot of extracurricular activities, there are many plants in the school, and the air is good. There are too many advantages to justify. The teaching equipment is relatively complete, and the teachers work hard. The school environment is elegant, the structure is harmonious, the teaching is strict, and education is the focus. Teachers can be stricter and more serious about people. They pay attention to students' psychological problems, and can understand students in time and correct their deficiencies. Efforts are made to improve school facilities, attach importance to students' morality and ability, and the school environment has a good atmosphere.... Read 195 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,347

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Great Neck Public Schools, NY•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.06 out of 5  128 reviews

Senior: I love the extremely supportive community at Great Neck North High School! The teachers truly care about their students' success: going out of their way to assure their students' achievements. There is a great sense of school pride and all students are given tremendous opportunities for self-improvement and learning. Each student is even given a school issued iPad so they they may have access to assignments, information, and school announcements at the click of a button!... Read 128 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,162

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Garden City, NY•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.24 out of 5  54 reviews

Junior: These past years have been truly the best years of my life, and although in years past the dress code and other issues were a big issue, the school has almost completely relaxed the dress code and most rules that were deemed excessive have been almost completely removed. The technology of today has been integrated into the school, and they even have an IT support line as well as updated laptops for both middle and high school. The school has even allowed dyed hair, which seeme unthinkable up to last year. I look forward to my last two years here and I believe I have been fully prepared for what is to come by my teachers and experiences here and at Glen brook.... Read 54 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 335

• Student-teacher ratio 4:1

• East Williston Union Free School District, NY•

• 8-12

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  Rating 4.13 out of 5  111 reviews

Junior: I’m a junior and although the year was crazy hectic and stressful, most of my teachers helped make it less chaotic. Although, there were a few teachers who made the stress even worse by not teaching well or overloading work. Specifically, one of my teachers never knew what they were teaching about and never responded to emails. In addition the teacher was very unreasonable with every assignment and every grade. Overall, I do love Wheatley though. It’s such a small school that everyone knows every and I love that!... Read 111 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 703

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Great Neck Public Schools, NY•

• K-5

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  Rating 4.89 out of 5  18 reviews

Parent: Love love love this school! Baker is such a special place. Amazing teachers and administration. My children enjoy going to school!... Read 18 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 685

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Hewlett-Woodmere Union Free School District, NY•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.08 out of 5  204 reviews

Senior: At George W. Hewlett High school, students get the support and tools to succeed academically and in life in general. The staff is very friendly and always present and available to assist. Parents and students have a say when it comes to what will be best for the students. The school is perfectly located in a very friendly neighborhood.... Read 204 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,015

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Syosset Central School District, NY•

• K-5

• grade A+

• Students 410

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Jericho Union Free School District, NY•

• K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Alum: I only have fond memories of Robert Seaman Elementary school. The school helped me cultivate my curiosity, drive to work, and, importantly, my personality and people skills.... Read 1 review

• grade A+

• Students 278

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Great Neck Public Schools, NY•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4.56 out of 5  9 reviews

Niche User: It is an amazing school. Everyday, the janitors word hard to keep the buildings clean. The teachers are extremely qualified, especially the gym coaches, who treat the students like they treat their families.... Read 9 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 799

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Port Washington Union Free School District, NY•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.94 out of 5  243 reviews

Senior: Paul D. Schreiber High school has been my home for the past 4 years and I wouldn’t want it any other way. Ever since freshman year the staff at Schreiber has set me on a path for success and allowed me to explore my interests as a young adult. The programs that they offer are outstanding whether it’s our inclusive and growing Drama Club to our award winning and county competing sports teams. My teachers have been understanding and supportive throughout all my years and always offer after-class extra help no matter the circumstances. Our school has tons of school spirit too! Every semester we have our own spirit week, showing off our school pride with fun costumes with themes for everyday day of the week. Our school holds us to high standards when it come to our Academics, but I feel as though that pressure helped plenty of us to truly strive for excellence as we think about and apply to our top colleges.... Read 243 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,592

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Syosset Central School District, NY•

• K-5

• grade A+

• Students 323

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Syosset Central School District, NY•

• K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  2 reviews

Parent: Our taxes are a bit higher than most other areas , but we get great schools like this and great families as well. Many of the parents may have accents and speak not-so-perfect English, but their values are the same as all Syosset residents. Schools are more than just teachers, programs and facilities. It's who your child is sitting next to and what they bring to your child's life. When so many of our friends in Queens and Manhattan are stressed and scrambling to find schools for their kids to attend, it's nice to know that we don't have to worry about anything for 12 years. +++We were just notified by email that Syosset will be offering Mandarin ESL to incoming 1st and 2nd graders in 2023. This will really help transition the little ones with becoming proficient in English.... Read 2 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 418

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Syosset Central School District, NY•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  4 reviews

Middle School Student: I love SW almost about everything! Except its food and um, my peers. Some of my male and girl peers are a bit snobby and mean to me, just a few. Some girls there have cliques that do Tik-Tok when there are phone rules and also bully people. The diversity is really good when comparing to race, but not so good during lunch, especially when there's a North and South cafeteria. South has more cliques and "male peers". I believe the curriculum is above average, and that could be because it's in a suburb. Safety is a bit of an issue on the school bus, but it's typical in every middle school. There are 33 clubs this year but I never make it because they begin an hour before my bus comes. The food is okay, but there isn't a lot of choices. That's about it.... Read 4 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 738

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District, NY•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.79 out of 5  272 reviews

Senior: My high school experience was amazing at POBJFK high school. Being an athlete, the athletics were very inclusive and each and every sport made you feel like you were a part of a family and something bigger than yourself. The academics are excellent and the teachers truly cared about helping the students reach their full potential by offering help almost every day after school. However, one thing that I would like to see change is the school spirit. The events that the school ran didn’t have an amazing turnout unless it was for college or an academic purpose. Saying that I hope that the school takes more pride in getting the school staff and students to participate more in all events.... Read 272 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,558

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Great Neck Public Schools, NY•

• 1-5

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  Rating 4 out of 5  4 reviews

Middle School Student: Great memories here. Wish the lunch was better, but very organized and interesting courses. Art and science were my favorite because it kept me entertained while I was learning. You will have lots of fun!... Read 4 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 743

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Syosset Central School District, NY•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4.33 out of 5  3 reviews

Parent: I used this same review for Baylis Elementary, but it applies to the middle and high school as well....as our older one went through these schools also. Our taxes are a bit higher than most other areas , but we get great schools like this and great families as well. Many of the parents may have accents and speak not-so-perfect English, but their values are the same as all Syosset residents. Schools are more than just teachers, programs and facilities. It's who your child is sitting next to and what they bring to your child's life. When so many of our friends in Queens and Manhattan are stressed and scrambling to find schools for their kids to attend, it's nice to know that we don't have to worry about anything for 12 years. +++We were just notified by email that Syosset will be offering Mandarin ESL to incoming 1st and 2nd graders in 2023. This will really help transition the little ones with becoming proficient in English.... Read 3 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 900

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Syosset Central School District, NY•

• K-5

• grade A+

• Students 399

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Roslyn Union Free School District, NY•

• 2-5

• grade A+

• Students 524

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1