Best 12428 New York Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,428 students in 12428, NY (there are 1 private school, serving 32 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 12428, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 12428, NY are Ellenville Elementary School and Ellenville Junior/senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12428 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12428, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Best 12428, NY Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ellenville Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
28 Maple Ave
Ellenville, NY 12428
(845) 647-0131
Gr: PK-6 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Ellenville Junior/senior High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
28 Maple Ave
Ellenville, NY 12428
(845) 647-0123
Gr: 7-12 | 698 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 57%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 12428, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12428, NY include Ellenville Elementary School and Ellenville Junior/senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 12428?
2 public schools are located in 12428.
What percentage of students in 12428 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 12428 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12428?
12428 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

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