Best 12561 New York Public High Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,005 students in 12561, NY.
The top ranked public high school in 12561, NY is New Paltz Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 12561 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 12561, NY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 12561 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is New Paltz Senior High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Best 12561, NY Public High Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Paltz Senior High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
134 S Putt Corners Rd
New Paltz, NY 12561
(845) 256-4100
Gr: 9-12 | 662 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: n/an/a
Ulster Boces
Special Education School
175 Rte 32 N
New Paltz, NY 12561
(845) 255-3040
Gr: K-12 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 37%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 12561, NY?
The top ranked public high schools in 12561, NY include New Paltz Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 12561?
2 public high schools are located in 12561.
What is the racial composition of students in 12561?
12561 public high schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

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