For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,785 students in Wallkill, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in Wallkill, NY are Wallkill Senior High School, John G Borden Middle School and Ostrander Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wallkill, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Wallkill have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Wallkill, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wallkill Senior High School
(Math: 97% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
90 Robinson Dr
Wallkill, NY 12589
(845) 895-7150
Wallkill, NY 12589
(845) 895-7150
Gr: 9-12 | 983 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
John G Borden Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
109 Bona Ventura Ave
Wallkill, NY 12589
(845) 895-7175
Wallkill, NY 12589
(845) 895-7175
Gr: 7-8 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Ostrander Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
137 Viola Ave
Wallkill, NY 12589
(845) 895-7225
Wallkill, NY 12589
(845) 895-7225
Gr: PK-6 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Plattekill Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1270 Rt 32
Wallkill, NY 12589
(845) 895-7250
Wallkill, NY 12589
(845) 895-7250
Gr: PK-6 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #55.
Leptondale Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
48 Mill St
Wallkill, NY 12589
(845) 895-7200
Wallkill, NY 12589
(845) 895-7200
Gr: K-6 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Wallkill, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Shawangunk Correction Facility (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
Prison Rd
Wallkill, NY 12589
(845) 895-2081
Wallkill, NY 12589
(845) 895-2081
Gr: Inquire with school | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Wallkill, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in Wallkill, NY include Wallkill Senior High School, John G Borden Middle School and Ostrander Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Wallkill?
5 public schools are located in Wallkill.
What is the racial composition of students in Wallkill?
Wallkill public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Wallkill are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Wallkill include: Leptondale Elementary School vs. Ostrander Elementary School, Ostrander Elementary School vs. Leptondale Elementary School, Plattekill Elementary School vs. Ostrander Elementary School
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