For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 763 students in 12508, NY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 12508, NY are J V Forrestal Elementary School, South Avenue School and Sargent School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 12508 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 12508, NY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12508, NY Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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%
12508, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Beacon Correctional Facility (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
50 Camp Beacon Rd
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 831-4200
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 831-4200
Gr: Inquire with school | 10 students Minority enrollment: 90%
Fishkill Correctional Facility (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
Prospect St
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 831-4800
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 831-4800
Gr: Inquire with school | 12 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 12508, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 12508, NY include J V Forrestal Elementary School, South Avenue School and Sargent School.
How many public preschools are located in 12508?
3 public preschools are located in 12508.
What is the racial composition of students in 12508?
12508 public preschools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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