For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,202 students in 12401, NY (there are 6 private schools, serving 529 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 12401, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 12401, NY are Kingston High School, J Watson Bailey Middle School and Harry L Edson School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12401 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12401, NY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12401, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kingston High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
403 Broadway
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 331-1970
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 331-1970
Gr: 9-12 | 1,749 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
J Watson Bailey Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
118 Merilina Ave Ext
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 943-3940
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 943-3940
Gr: 5-8 | 936 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Harry L Edson School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
116 Merilina Ave
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 943-3370
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 943-3370
Gr: K-4 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Chambers School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
945 Morton Blvd
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 336-5995
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 336-5995
Gr: K-4 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
George Washington School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
67 Wall St
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 943-3518
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 943-3518
Gr: PK-4 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #66.
John F Kennedy School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
107 Gross St
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 943-3100
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 943-3100
Gr: K-4 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
12401, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
94 Mary's Ave
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 338-6370
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 338-6370
Gr: PK-5 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
1700 Sawkill Rd
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 679-8160
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 679-8160
Gr: K-5 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 12401, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12401, NY include Kingston High School, J Watson Bailey Middle School and Harry L Edson School.
How many public schools are located in 12401?
6 public schools are located in 12401.
What percentage of students in 12401 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 12401 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12401?
12401 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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