For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,719 students in 12518, NY.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 12518 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12518, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12518, NY Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Willow Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
67 Willow Ave
Cornwall, NY 12518
(845) 534-8009
Cornwall, NY 12518
(845) 534-8009
Gr: K-4 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Cornwall Middle School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
122 Main St
Cornwall, NY 12518
(845) 534-8009
Cornwall, NY 12518
(845) 534-8009
Gr: 5-8 | 903 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Cornwall Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
99 Lee Rd
Cornwall, NY 12518
(845) 534-8009
Cornwall, NY 12518
(845) 534-8009
Gr: K-4 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
12518, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 12518, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12518, NY include Willow Avenue Elementary School, Cornwall Middle School and Cornwall Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12518?
3 public elementary schools are located in 12518.
What is the racial composition of students in 12518?
12518 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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