For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 2,472 students in 12540, NY.
The top ranked public high school in 12540, NY is Arlington High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 12540 have an average math proficiency score of 97% (versus the New York public high school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 12540, NY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 12540 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the New York average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Arlington High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12540, NY Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Arlington High School
(Math: 97% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1157 Rt 55
Lagrangeville, NY 12540
(845) 486-4860
Lagrangeville, NY 12540
(845) 486-4860
Grades: 9-12
| 2,472 students
12540, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
144 Todd Hill Rd
Lagrangeville, NY 12540
(845) 227-1793
Lagrangeville, NY 12540
(845) 227-1793
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 12540, NY?
The top ranked public high schools in 12540, NY include Arlington High School.
How many public high schools are located in 12540?
1 public high schools are located in 12540.
What is the racial composition of students in 12540?
12540 public high schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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