For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,137 students in 12449, NY (there are 1 private school, serving 76 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 12449, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 12449, NY are E R Crosby Elementary School and M Clifford Miller Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12449 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12449, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12449, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
E R Crosby Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
767 Neighborhood Rd
Lake Katrine, NY 12449
(845) 943-3912
Lake Katrine, NY 12449
(845) 943-3912
Gr: K-4 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
M Clifford Miller Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
65 Fording Pl Rd
Lake Katrine, NY 12449
(845) 943-3941
Lake Katrine, NY 12449
(845) 943-3941
Gr: 5-8 | 826 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 12449, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12449, NY include E R Crosby Elementary School and M Clifford Miller Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 12449?
2 public schools are located in 12449.
What percentage of students in 12449 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 12449 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12449?
12449 public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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