For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,719 students in 12518, NY (there are 1 private school, serving 30 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 12518, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 12518, NY are Willow Avenue Elementary School, Cornwall Middle School and Cornwall Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12518 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12518, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12518, NY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Willow Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
67 Willow Ave
Cornwall, NY 12518
(845) 534-8009
Cornwall, NY 12518
(845) 534-8009
Grades: K-4
| 239 students
Rank: #22.
Cornwall Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
122 Main St
Cornwall, NY 12518
(845) 534-8009
Cornwall, NY 12518
(845) 534-8009
Grades: 5-8
| 903 students
Rank: #33.
Cornwall Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
99 Lee Rd
Cornwall, NY 12518
(845) 534-8009
Cornwall, NY 12518
(845) 534-8009
Grades: K-4
| 577 students
12518, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Angola Rd Girls Group Home (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1 Angola Rd
Cornwall, NY 12518
Cornwall, NY 12518
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 12518, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 12518, NY include Willow Avenue Elementary School, Cornwall Middle School and Cornwall Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 12518?
3 public schools are located in 12518.
What percentage of students in 12518 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 12518 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12518?
12518 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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