For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 974 students in 12521, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in 12521, NY are Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School and Taconic Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12521 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12521, NY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12521, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
73 County Rte 11a
Craryville, NY 12521
(518) 325-2841
Craryville, NY 12521
(518) 325-2841
Gr: 7-12 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Taconic Hills Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
73 County Rte 11a
Craryville, NY 12521
(518) 325-2821
Craryville, NY 12521
(518) 325-2821
Gr: PK-6 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
12521, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
73 Countyroute 11a
Craryville, NY 12521
(518) 325-2831
Craryville, NY 12521
(518) 325-2831
Gr: 6-8 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
73 County Rt 11a
Craryville, NY 12521
(518) 325-0350
Craryville, NY 12521
(518) 325-0350
Gr: K-2 | 337 students Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 12521, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12521, NY include Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School and Taconic Hills Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 12521?
2 public schools are located in 12521.
What is the racial composition of students in 12521?
12521 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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