For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 464 students in Patterson, NY.
The top-ranked public school in Patterson, NY is Matthew Paterson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Patterson, NY public school have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Patterson have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Patterson, NY (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Matthew Paterson Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 South St
Patterson, NY 12563
(845) 878-3211
Patterson, NY 12563
(845) 878-3211
Gr: K-4 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Patterson, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in Patterson, NY include Matthew Paterson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Patterson?
1 public schools are located in Patterson.
What is the racial composition of students in Patterson?
Patterson public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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