For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,097 students in 12528, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12528, NY are Highland Elementary School and Highland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12528 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12528, NY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12528, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
16 Lockhart Ln
Highland, NY 12528
(845) 691-1072
Highland, NY 12528
(845) 691-1072
Gr: K-5 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Highland Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
71 Main St
Highland, NY 12528
(845) 691-1080
Highland, NY 12528
(845) 691-1080
Gr: 6-9 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: n/an/a
Highland Residential Center
Alternative School
629 N Chodikee Lake Rd
Highland, NY 12528
(845) 691-6006
Highland, NY 12528
(845) 691-6006
Gr: 6-12 | 84 students Minority enrollment: 83%
12528, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Highland Regional Detention Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
Rr 1 Box 390 D
Highland, NY 12528
Highland, NY 12528
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 12528, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12528, NY include Highland Elementary School and Highland Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12528?
3 public elementary schools are located in 12528.
What is the racial composition of students in 12528?
12528 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% 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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