For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,719 students in 12518, NY (there are , serving 30 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 12518, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 12518, NY are Willow Avenue Elementary School, Cornwall Middle School and Cornwall Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12518 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12518, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12518, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Willow Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
67 Willow Ave
Cornwall, NY 12518
(845) 534-8009
Cornwall, NY 12518
(845) 534-8009
Gr: K-4 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Cornwall Middle School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
122 Main St
Cornwall, NY 12518
(845) 534-8009
Cornwall, NY 12518
(845) 534-8009
Gr: 5-8 | 903 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Cornwall Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
99 Lee Rd
Cornwall, NY 12518
(845) 534-8009
Cornwall, NY 12518
(845) 534-8009
Gr: K-4 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
12518, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 12518, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12518, NY include Willow Avenue Elementary School, Cornwall Middle School and Cornwall Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 12518?
3 public schools are located in 12518.
What percentage of students in 12518 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 12518 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12518?
12518 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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