For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 3,521 students in 12550, NY.
The top ranked public high school in 12550, NY is Newburgh Free Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 12550 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 12550, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 12550 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Newburgh Free Academy, with 80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12550, NY Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newburgh Free Academy
(Math: 18% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
201 Fullerton Ave
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 563-5400
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 563-5400
Gr: 9-12 | 3,521 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
12550, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
300 Broadway
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 563-7930
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 563-7930
Gr: PK-6 | 334 students Minority enrollment: 78%
62 Overlook Dr
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 565-9623
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 565-9623
Gr: K-2 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Newburgh Preparatory Charter High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
471 Broadway
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 565-4040
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 565-4040
Gr: 9-12 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
191 Washington St
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 563-8575
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 563-8575
Gr: PK | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
39 West St
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 563-8500
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 563-8500
Gr: K-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 12550, NY?
The top ranked public high schools in 12550, NY include Newburgh Free Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 12550?
1 public high schools are located in 12550.
What is the racial composition of students in 12550?
12550 public high schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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