Best 12538 New York Public Elementary Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,866 students in 12538, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12538, NY are Netherwood School, North Park Elementary School and Haviland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12538 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12538, NY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Best 12538, NY Public Elementary Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Netherwood School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
648 Netherwood Rd
Hyde Park, NY 12538
(845) 229-4055
Gr: K-5 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
North Park Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1593 Rt 9g
Hyde Park, NY 12538
(845) 229-4040
Gr: K-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Haviland Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
23 Haviland Rd
Hyde Park, NY 12538
(845) 229-4030
Gr: 6-8 | 750 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #44.
Ralph R Smith School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
16 Smith Ct
Hyde Park, NY 12538
(845) 229-4060
Gr: K-5 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 12538 New York

12538, New York Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Group Home (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
7 Hillman Dr
Hyde Park, NY 12538
4327 Albany Post Rd
Hyde Park, NY 12538
(845) 229-4050

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 12538, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12538, NY include Netherwood School, North Park Elementary School and Haviland Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12538?
4 public elementary schools are located in 12538.
What is the racial composition of students in 12538?
12538 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 45% 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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