For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,273 students in 12524, NY (there are 1 private school, serving 209 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 12524, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 12524, NY are Brinckerhoff Elementary School, Fishkill Elementary School and Glenham School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12524 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12524, NY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12524, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brinckerhoff Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16 Wedgewood Rd
Fishkill, NY 12524
(845) 897-6800
Fishkill, NY 12524
(845) 897-6800
Gr: K-6 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Fishkill Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
20 Church St
Fishkill, NY 12524
(845) 897-6780
Fishkill, NY 12524
(845) 897-6780
Gr: PK-6 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Glenham School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20 Chase Dr
Fishkill, NY 12524
(845) 838-6900
Fishkill, NY 12524
(845) 838-6900
Gr: PK-5 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 12524, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12524, NY include Brinckerhoff Elementary School, Fishkill Elementary School and Glenham School.
How many public schools are located in 12524?
3 public schools are located in 12524.
What percentage of students in 12524 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 12524 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12524?
12524 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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