Best 12549 New York Public Middle Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 945 students in 12549, NY.
The top-ranked public middle school in 12549, NY is Valley Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 12549 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New York public middle school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 12549, NY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public middle school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Best 12549, NY Public Middle Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valley Central Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1189 State Rt 17k
Montgomery, NY 12549
(845) 457-2400
Gr: 6-8 | 945 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 49%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 12549, NY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 12549, NY include Valley Central Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 12549?
1 public middle schools are located in 12549.
What is the racial composition of students in 12549?
12549 public middle schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public middle schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

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