Schools in West Hempstead Union Free School District, New York (2025)
4 schools · 1,597 students · 4 public · median Enrollment 340.
West Hempstead Union Free School District, in New York, has 4 schools in United States's 2025 data, together educating about 1,597 students. By level there are 2 elementary, 1 high, 1 middle; by sector 4 public.
The median Enrollment across West Hempstead Union Free School District's schools is 340, below the New York median of 428. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
4 of the 4 schools qualify for the Success Index (US). The highest-scoring is West Hempstead Secondary School (90.2, top 5% of high schools nationally), followed by Chestnut Street School (78.7, top 25% of elementary schools nationally), and Cornwell Avenue School (68.1, top 25% of elementary schools nationally). One school sits in the top 10% of United States for its type. Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare an elementary school with other elementary schools.
The largest schools are West Hempstead Secondary School (806 students), George Washington School (340 students), Cornwell Avenue School (331 students).
Ranked schools in West Hempstead Union Free School District
Ordered by Success Index (US). Rank positions shown on each profile are within United States and New York.
- 190West Hempstead Secondary SchoolWest Hempstead · Public High97.5% Math proficiency · 806 students
- 279Chestnut Street SchoolWest Hempstead · Public Elementary21.7% Free/reduced-price lunch · 120 students
- 368Cornwell Avenue SchoolWest Hempstead · Public Elementary62% Math proficiency · 331 students
- 449George Washington SchoolWest Hempstead · Public Middle39% Math proficiency · 340 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (US) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Hempstead Secondary School West Hempstead · High · Grades 7–12 | Public | 90.2 Top 5% | 97.5% Math proficiency | 806 |
| 2 | Chestnut Street School West Hempstead · Elementary · Grades PK–1 | Public | 78.7 Top 25% | 21.7% Free/reduced-price lunch | 120 |
| 3 | Cornwell Avenue School West Hempstead · Elementary · Grades 1–3 | Public | 68.1 Top 25% | 62% Math proficiency | 331 |
| 4 | George Washington School West Hempstead · Middle · Grades 4–6 | Public | 49.4 Lower 50% | 39% Math proficiency | 340 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in West Hempstead Union Free School District?
West Hempstead Secondary School is the highest-ranked school in West Hempstead Union Free School District with a Success Index (US) of 90.2 out of 100 (Top 5% of high schools in United States).
How many schools are in West Hempstead Union Free School District?
West Hempstead Union Free School District has 4 schools (1 high, 2 elementary, 1 middle) educating 1,597 students in 2025.
What is the typical Enrollment in West Hempstead Union Free School District?
The median Enrollment across schools in West Hempstead Union Free School District is 340. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.