For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 598 students in 12572, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12572, NY are Bulkeley Middle School and Chancellor Livingston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12572 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12572, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12572, NY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bulkeley Middle School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
45 N Park Rd
Rhinebeck, NY 12572
(845) 871-5500
Rhinebeck, NY 12572
(845) 871-5500
Grades: 6-8
| 224 students
Rank: #22.
Chancellor Livingston Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
48 Knollwood Rd
Rhinebeck, NY 12572
(845) 871-5570
Rhinebeck, NY 12572
(845) 871-5570
Grades: K-5
| 374 students
12572, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Ramapo Anchorage Camp (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
Box 266 Salisbury Tpke
Rhinebeck, NY 12572
Rhinebeck, NY 12572
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 12572, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12572, NY include Bulkeley Middle School and Chancellor Livingston Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12572?
2 public elementary schools are located in 12572.
What is the racial composition of students in 12572?
12572 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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