For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,453 students in 12401, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12401, NY are J Watson Bailey Middle School, Harry L Edson School and Chambers School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12401 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12401, NY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12401, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J Watson Bailey Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
118 Merilina Ave Ext
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 943-3940
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 943-3940
Gr: 5-8 | 936 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Harry L Edson School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
116 Merilina Ave
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 943-3370
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 943-3370
Gr: K-4 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Chambers School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
945 Morton Blvd
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 336-5995
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 336-5995
Gr: K-4 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
George Washington School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
67 Wall St
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 943-3518
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 943-3518
Gr: PK-4 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #55.
John F Kennedy School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
107 Gross St
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 943-3100
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 943-3100
Gr: K-4 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 12401, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12401, NY include J Watson Bailey Middle School, Harry L Edson School and Chambers School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12401?
5 public elementary schools are located in 12401.
What is the racial composition of students in 12401?
12401 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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