Best 12125 New York Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 411 students in 12125, NY (there are 1 private school, serving 114 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 12125, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 12125, NY are Walter B Howard Elementary School and New Lebanon Junior-senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12125 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12125, NY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Best 12125, NY Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walter B Howard Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1478 Rte 20
New Lebanon, NY 12125
(518) 794-7600
Gr: PK-6 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
New Lebanon Junior-senior High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
14665 Rte 22
New Lebanon, NY 12125
(518) 794-7600
Gr: 7-12 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 18%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 12125, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12125, NY include Walter B Howard Elementary School and New Lebanon Junior-senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 12125?
2 public schools are located in 12125.
What percentage of students in 12125 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 12125 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12125?
12125 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

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