For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,306 students in 12524, NY (there are 1 private school, serving 252 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 12524, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 12524, NY are Brinckerhoff Elementary School, Fishkill Elementary School and Glenham School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12524 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12524, NY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12524, NY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brinckerhoff Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16 Wedgewood Rd
Fishkill, NY 12524
(845) 897-6800
Fishkill, NY 12524
(845) 897-6800
Grades: K-6
| 559 students
Rank: #22.
Fishkill Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
20 Church St
Fishkill, NY 12524
(845) 897-6780
Fishkill, NY 12524
(845) 897-6780
Grades: PK-6
| 351 students
Rank: #33.
Glenham School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20 Chase Dr
Fishkill, NY 12524
(845) 838-6900
Fishkill, NY 12524
(845) 838-6900
Grades: PK-5
| 396 students
12524, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Downstate Correctional Facility (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
Red Schoolhouse Rd
Fishkill, NY 12524
(845) 831-6600
Fishkill, NY 12524
(845) 831-6600
Grades: Inquire with school
| 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 12524, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 12524, NY include Brinckerhoff Elementary School, Fishkill Elementary School and Glenham School.
How many public schools are located in 12524?
3 public schools are located in 12524.
What percentage of students in 12524 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 12524 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12524?
12524 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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