For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,186 students in 12508, NY (there are 2 private schools, serving 90 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 12508, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 12508, NY are Beacon High School, J V Forrestal Elementary School and Rombout Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12508 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12508, NY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12508, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beacon High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 Matteawan Rd
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 838-6900
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 838-6900
Gr: 9-12 | 831 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
J V Forrestal Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
125 Liberty St
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 838-6900
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 838-6900
Gr: PK-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Rombout Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
84 Matteawan Rd
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 838-6900
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 838-6900
Gr: 6-8 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
South Avenue School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
60 South Ave
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 838-6900
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 838-6900
Gr: PK-5 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
Sargent School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
29 Education Dr
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 838-6900
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 838-6900
Gr: PK-5 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 12508, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12508, NY include Beacon High School, J V Forrestal Elementary School and Rombout Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 12508?
5 public schools are located in 12508.
What percentage of students in 12508 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 12508 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12508?
12508 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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