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Best 11566 New York Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 481 students in 11566, NY (there are 9 public schools, serving 5,312 public students). 8% of all K-12 students in 11566, NY are educated in private schools (compared to the NY state average of 15%).
The top ranked private schools in 11566, NY include Grace Christian Academy and Progressive School Of Long Island.
The average acceptance rate is 48%, which is lower than the New York private school average acceptance rate of 76%.
25% of private schools in 11566, NY are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked 11566 New York Private Schools (2026)

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Grace Christian Academy
Gr: K-12 | 164 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 12
Baptist
36 Smith Street
Merrick, NY 11566
(516) 379-2223
(27)
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Progressive School Of Long Island
Gr: K-8 | 87 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Extracurriculars: 8
1425 Merrick Ave
Merrick, NY 11566
(516) 868-6835
(9)
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Map of Merokee Day School
Merokee Day School
Gr: PK-K | 65 students
Daycare / Preschool
10 Wynsum Ave
Merrick, NY 11566
(516) 378-6333
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Merrick Woods
Gr: PK-K | 165 students
Daycare / Preschool
1075 Merrick Ave
Merrick, NY 11566
(516) 483-7272
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11566, New York Private Schools (Closed)

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Sacred Heart School
Gr: PK-8 | 246 students
Catholic
730 Merrick Ave
Merrick, NY 11566
(516) 378-5797
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 11566, NY?
The top ranked private schools in 11566, NY include Grace Christian Academy and Progressive School Of Long Island.
How many private schools are located in 11566?
4 private schools are located in 11566.
What percentage of students in 11566 go to private school?
8% of all K-12 students in 11566 are educated in private schools (compared to the NY state average of 15%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 11566?
25% of private schools in 11566 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist).

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