For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,339 students in 12033, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12033, NY are Castleton Elementary School and Green Meadow School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12033 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12033, NY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12033, NY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Castleton Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
80 Scott Ave
Castleton On Hudson, NY 12033
(518) 732-7755
Castleton On Hudson, NY 12033
(518) 732-7755
Grades: K-6
| 442 students
Rank: #22.
Green Meadow School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
234 Schuurman Rd
Castleton On Hudson, NY 12033
(518) 207-2640
Castleton On Hudson, NY 12033
(518) 207-2640
Grades: PK-5
| 367 students
Rank: n/an/a
Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces
Special Education School
10 Empire State Blvd-2nd Fl
Castleton On Hudson, NY 12033
(518) 477-8771
Castleton On Hudson, NY 12033
(518) 477-8771
Grades: K-12
| 530 students
12033, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1477 S Schodack Rd
Castleton On Hudson, NY 12033
(518) 732-7736
Castleton On Hudson, NY 12033
(518) 732-7736
Grades: 6-8
| 185 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 12033, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12033, NY include Castleton Elementary School and Green Meadow School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12033?
3 public elementary schools are located in 12033.
What is the racial composition of students in 12033?
12033 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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