For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,711 students in 12533, NY (there are 3 private schools, serving 804 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 12533, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 12533, NY are John Jay Senior High School, Gayhead School and Orchard View Alternative High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12533 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12533, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12533, NY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John Jay Senior High School
(Math: 98% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2012 Route 52
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
(845) 897-6700
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
(845) 897-6700
Grades: 9-12
| 1,819 students
Rank: #22.
Gayhead School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
15 Entry Rd
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
(845) 227-1756
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
(845) 227-1756
Grades: K-6
| 831 students
Rank: #33.
Orchard View Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
25 Corporate Dr
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
(845) 298-5005
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
(845) 298-5005
Grades: 9-12
| 61 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 12533, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 12533, NY include John Jay Senior High School, Gayhead School and Orchard View Alternative High School.
How many public schools are located in 12533?
3 public schools are located in 12533.
What percentage of students in 12533 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 12533 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12533?
12533 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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