For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 239 students in 12520, NY (there are 2 private schools, serving 270 private students). 44% of all K-12 students in 12520, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in 12520, NY is Cornwall-on-hudson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 12520 have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12520, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12520, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cornwall-on-hudson Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
234 Hudson St
Cornwall On Hudson, NY 12520
(845) 534-8009
Cornwall On Hudson, NY 12520
(845) 534-8009
Gr: K-4 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 12520, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12520, NY include Cornwall-on-hudson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 12520?
1 public schools are located in 12520.
What percentage of students in 12520 go to public school?
44% of all K-12 students in 12520 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12520?
12520 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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