2020 Best Schools in Nassau CountyAbout this List

Jericho Senior High School

• Jericho Union Free School District, NY
• 9-12
• 123 reviews

Alum: Jericho is a great school! Teachers and students are all kind. Jericho offers many different clubs and sports so there's something for everyone.
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• A+

• 1,088 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Great Neck South High School

• Great Neck Public Schools, NY
• 9-12
• 212 reviews

Senior: I attended Great Neck South High for my Junior and Senior year, it was great! I love the atmosphere here, and I had a lot of fun! Of course high school is stressful, but I got a lot of help when I could not do well in my classes. There's a study center tutors are available to all students, and teachers of most subjects offer extra help. A lot of clubs and activities are going on every single day! I had a really nice experience with school musicals and operas, and my talented classmates and teachers did a musical Mama Mia! within 3 months! There are performances by students almost every month as well. GNSHS also offers A LOT OF AP courses like art history and music theory while other schools don't. 10-ish teachers are doctors of different fields and they guide students to science competitions and DECA. Teachers, counselors, and administration officers are so nice and friendly! My math teacher and I became lifelong friends, which I am so happy about. The school is overall great!
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• A+

• 1,193 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Portledge School

• Private School
• Locust Valley, NY
• PK, K-12
• 29 reviews

Parent: My child transitioned this year to the lower school from another local private school and couldn’t be happier! The teachers are engaged, enthusiastic and caring and genuinely seem to enjoy what they are doing. My child is excited for each day and can’t wait to share what she’s learned at pick up in the afternoon. Teachers communicate what is going on in the classroom and frequently reach out with feedback on my child’s experiences at school. The headmaster seems to be beloved by faculty and parents and appears committed to growing the community with thoughtfulness and care. He is accessible and present in the community. This place is truly special! I highly recommend Portledge
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• A+

• 493 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Friends Academy

• Private School
• Locust Valley, NY
• PK, K-12
• 31 reviews

Senior: Small class size, pro-active teachers who are always willing to make time for you. Each HS grade is comprised of approximately 100 students and you know almost everyone in your grade and the entire high school. I learned so much about myself and how fortunate I am as community service is required at Friends. It speaks to one of the underlying Quaker premises of treating others as you wish to treated. Spending time working (cleaning, cooking, food prep and kitchen work) at a Friends Seminary homeless shelter and then in the evening interacting with the men was ENLIGHTENING!
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• A+

• 750 Students
• 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Syosset Senior High School

• Syosset Central School District, NY
• 9-12
• 317 reviews

Senior: The faculty and the student body are very welcoming! When I first came to the school, there were many upperclassmen who offered to help me when I needed them. The teachers are also very nice, they try their best to help you and they make class very interesting!
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• A+

• 2,084 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Manhasset Secondary School

• Manhasset Union Free School District, NY
• 9-12
• 62 reviews

Senior: Manhasset High School is a very competitive school as their SAT scores are around 1300s. Manhasset has a big emphasis on school sports as Manhasset's Lacrosse team is one of the best in the country. Many different AP courses are available to students. Recently, renovated the research department allowing for kids in research to get better experiments and results. Science research is one of the big points of Manhasset High School as Manhasset recently won prizes. Manhasset lacks diversity; however, this is getting better as more and more people of different races are moving into this predominately white neighborhood. Manhasset prepares its kids to go to college. Therefore, Manhasset High School is a great environment to learn and play sports, but Manhasset is lacking diversity other schools might have.
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• A+

• 1,157 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Herricks High School

• Herricks Union Free School District, NY
• 9-12
• 147 reviews

Alum: I graduated Herricks High School in 2016, after attending both their respective middle school and elementary school. Herricks High School felt more like a home to me than school. The teachers were extremely personal and aided individuals to do their best. The community embraced uniqueness and diversity in individuals rather than making people feel out of place for being different. There was a strong emphasis on growth in the school to the point where I did not have a difficult transition into college, whereas I know many students do. There was an ample amount of resources available through being a student there, such as access to databases and other important tools. Our music department excelled every single year, along with our improving sports program. The school allowed students to create their own clubs about almost everything that they wanted, giving students a chance to discover new interests.
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• A+

• 1,294 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Great Neck North High School

• Great Neck Public Schools, NY
• 9-12
• 97 reviews

Senior: I have absolutely loved attending North! The teachers that work here are almost all above-par and excellent at not only teaching but being people who you can talk to about personal issues (the majority of them at least). The community here, while lacking in diversity, is open to those who personalize their experience and time at North. In addition, the clubs, activities, and sports offered are expansive and give everyone the opportunity to explore their true passions (if you don't find the club you want, make a new one). Personally, the grade culture was very united so that everyone, no matter if you were a nerd or a jock, communicated and interacted. But if you ever feel lost in your grade's culture, you can still find new homes in the clubs, activities, and sports you participate in. Finally, North supplies its students with SO many resources, from iPads to helpful guidance counselors. Created by the students, North is truly a special place- treasure the time you spend here.
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• A+

• 1,098 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Roslyn High School

• Roslyn Union Free School District, NY
• 9-12
• 118 reviews

Senior: Roslyn High School is a school with strong academics and an encouraging staff. I liked the self-selection option with choosing our courses and the various clubs and activities offered. This gave the students the opportunity to dabble in classes they were passionate about. Furthermore, the many courses offered at Roslyn High School reflect the abundant resources that can be utilized by its students. The teachers and the administration in general communicated frequently and well with their students and were very approachable. While I enjoyed my overall experience here, one place this school is lacking in is in the diversity of its students. There is an overwhelming amount of Caucasians, and a much smaller percentage of other ethnicities. Overall, however, this school is certainly a good one.
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• A+

• 1,053 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Paul D. Schreiber Senior High School

• Port Washington Union Free School District, NY
• 9-12
• 207 reviews

Senior: I feel like Paul D. Schreiber is overall a good school. It offers a great education and many opportunities for its students. There are 20+ clubs offered to students, as well as the option to create your own. The teachers are understanding and easy to connect with during your free time. As for college, as an incoming senior, I have worked very closely with our guidance office. The guidance counselors do an amazing job of keeping students prepared for college and making sure your ready for every obstacle in your way. The only reason why I took away that fifth star is safety. Overall we are safe as students, but the school can do much more. Students are allowed to leave campus in our junior and senior years which produces a safety risk. Also, there is no good system for checking id cards of students entering the building. As of right now, they are only just looking at it quickly as students walk into school. Otherwise, Schreiber is a very good school that I would recommend to everyone.
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• A+

• 1,626 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

North Shore Hebrew Academy High School

• Private School
• Great Neck, NY
• 9-12
• 82 reviews

Junior: North Shore Hebrew Academy has made my high school experience one that I will never forget. There is such great diversity, with students coming from several different communities, and yet there is such a strong sense of unity among us. When I first began high school, I was nervous that it would be difficult both socially and academically, but I was relieved to find myself in a warm and welcoming environment. North Shore offers endless clubs and ways to be a part of this school and I am so glad I was able to involve myself in a series of extracurricular activities, each pertaining to my interests. In addition, I feel that my teachers here at North Shore truly have my best interests at heart and that each of them is dedicated to challenging their students in a productive and intellectual manner. When I complete my high school education, I will feel that I am leaving behind not only a school, but a home.
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• A+

• 440 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lakeville Elementary School

• Great Neck Public Schools, NY
• K-5
• 2 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!
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• A+

• 741 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

South Grove Elementary School

• Syosset Central School District, NY
• K-5

• A+

• 413 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Great Neck South Middle School

• Great Neck Public Schools, NY
• 6-8
• 7 reviews

Parent: THE BEST EXPERIENCE EVER. THEY EVEN PREP YOU FOR COLLEGE! you can do so many extracurricular activities, and you can easily earn scholarships to college... even in this middle school. GO REBELS!
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• A+

• 777 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

E.M. Baker School

• Great Neck Public Schools, NY
• K-5
• 5 reviews

Parent: We moved from another top ranked school but nothing holds a candle to E.M. Baker Elementary School. My husband and I have never met a more welcoming administration, and super teachers. My children are in great hands!
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• A+

• 640 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

H.B. Thompson Middle School

• Syosset Central School District, NY
• 6-8

• A+

• 863 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Village Elementary School

• Syosset Central School District, NY
• K-5

• A+

• 381 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Wheatley School

• East Williston Union Free School District, NY
• 8-12
• 94 reviews

Freshman: I believe that the Wheatley school is a very diverse and opening school. Wheatley embraces their students and have a variety of after school programs. In addition the school has a great amount of sports open to everybody. I would recommend Wheatley because of the great teacher and awesome education. Lastly Wheatley is a great size and very small classes.
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• A+

• 715 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Willits Elementary School

• Syosset Central School District, NY
• K-5

• A+

• 327 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Robert Seaman Elementary School

• Jericho Union Free School District, NY
• K-5

• A+

• 322 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

South Woods Middle School

• Syosset Central School District, NY
• 6-8
• 2 reviews

Alum: The middle school’s teachers are available and interested. Sports and clubs are inclusive. Overall good experience.
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• A+

• 716 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Herricks Middle School

• Herricks Union Free School District, NY
• 6-8
• 5 reviews

High School Junior: While I kept to myself a lot in middle school, the PTA for Herricks is always raising money to support the arts and sports. It's great that they support the elementary schools, middle school, and high school equally.
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• A+

• 941 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Jericho Middle School

• Jericho Union Free School District, NY
• 6-8

• A+

• 762 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Searingtown School

• Herricks Union Free School District, NY
• K-6

• A+

• 496 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School

• Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District, NY
• 9-12
• 239 reviews

Alum: Freshman year I was bullied. However, very lucky that the assistant principles and guidance councilors were so helpful when it came to helping me end the horrible bullying. Sophomore year was better but I still had a hard time in classes due to my ADHD. It began to effect my grades. Myself, along with one of my teachers, and mother, got me evaluated and I ended up getting a 504. Junior year was just difficult because of college searching and SATs. I also began again to get bullied by one of the same groups of people from Freshman year. However, I did not let them belittle me and I stood up for myself. Senior year was the best and worst year of my life. I was finally getting out of high school and getting away from people that hurt me and terrorized me for year. However, personally, I had a lot going on at home. Luckily, many of my teacher comforted me and they were always there for me even when I tried being strong. Many of them I still am in contact with after high school
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• A+

• 1,541 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio