For the 2026 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Netherwood School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
648 Netherwood Rd
Hyde Park, NY 12538
(845) 229-4055
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:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1593 Rt 9g
Hyde Park, NY 12538
(845) 229-4040
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:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
23 Haviland Rd
Hyde Park, NY 12538
(845) 229-4030
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:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
16 Smith Ct
Hyde Park, NY 12538
(845) 229-4060
Hyde Park, NY 12538
(845) 229-4060
Gr: K-5 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
12538, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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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