For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,199 students in 12508, NY (there are 2 private schools, serving 90 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 12508, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 12508, NY are Beacon High School, J V Forrestal Elementary School and Rombout Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12508 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12508, NY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12508, NY Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Beacon High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
101 Matteawan Rd
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 838-6900
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 838-6900
Grades: 9-12
| 830 students
Rank: #22.
J V Forrestal Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
125 Liberty St
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 838-6900
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 838-6900
Grades: PK-5
| 224 students
Rank: #33.
Rombout Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
84 Matteawan Rd
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 838-6900
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 838-6900
Grades: 6-8
| 615 students
Rank: #44.
Sargent School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
29 Education Dr
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 838-6900
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 838-6900
Grades: PK-5
| 274 students
Rank: #55.
South Avenue School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
60 South Ave
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 838-6900
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 838-6900
Grades: PK-5
| 256 students
12508, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Beacon Correctional Facility (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
50 Camp Beacon Rd
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 831-4200
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 831-4200
Grades: Inquire with school
| 10 students
Fishkill Correctional Facility (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
Prospect St
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 831-4800
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 831-4800
Grades: Inquire with school
| 12 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 12508, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 12508, NY include Beacon High School, J V Forrestal Elementary School and Rombout Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 12508?
5 public schools are located in 12508.
What percentage of students in 12508 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 12508 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12508?
12508 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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