For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 4,920 students in 12550, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12550, NY are Fostertown School, Meadow Hill School and East Coldenham Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12550 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12550, NY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public elementary school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12550, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fostertown School
Magnet School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
364 Fostertown Rd
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 568-6425
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 568-6425
Gr: K-5 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Meadow Hill School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
124 Meadow Hill Rd
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 568-6600
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 568-6600
Gr: K-8 | 982 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
East Coldenham Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
286 State Rt 17k
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 457-2400
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 457-2400
Gr: K-5 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #44.
Gardnertown Leadership Academy Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6 Plattekill Tpke
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 568-6400
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 568-6400
Gr: PK-5 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
Gidney Avenue Memorial School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
300 Gidney Ave
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 563-8450
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 563-8450
Gr: PK-5 | 788 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Balmville School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5144 Rt 9w
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 563-8550
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 563-8550
Gr: PK-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #77.
Horizon-on-the-hudson School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
137 Montgomery St
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 563-3725
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 563-3725
Gr: PK-5 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #88.
South Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
33-63 Monument St
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 563-7000
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 563-7000
Gr: 6-8 | 782 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 12550, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12550, NY include Fostertown School, Meadow Hill School and East Coldenham Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12550?
8 public elementary schools are located in 12550.
What is the racial composition of students in 12550?
12550 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public elementary schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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