For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 424 students in 12586, NY (there are , serving 189 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in 12586, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public school in 12586, NY is Walden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 12586 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12586, NY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12586, NY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Walden Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
75 Orchard St
Walden, NY 12586
(845) 457-2400
Walden, NY 12586
(845) 457-2400
Grades: K-5
| 424 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 12586, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 12586, NY include Walden Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 12586?
1 public schools are located in 12586.
What percentage of students in 12586 go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in 12586 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12586?
12586 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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