Best 12188 New York Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 330 students in 12188, NY.
The top-ranked public middle school in 12188, NY is Waterford-halfmoon Junior-senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 12188 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the New York public middle school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 12188, NY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public middle school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Best 12188, NY Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waterford-halfmoon Junior-senior High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
125 Middletown Rd
Waterford, NY 12188
(518) 237-0800
Gr: 7-12 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 13%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 12188, NY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 12188, NY include Waterford-halfmoon Junior-senior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 12188?
1 public middle schools are located in 12188.
What is the racial composition of students in 12188?
12188 public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public middle schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

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