For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,373 students in 12401, NY (there are 6 private schools, serving 529 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 12401, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 12401, NY are Kingston High School, J Watson Bailey Middle School and Harry L Edson School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12401 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12401, NY have an average ranking of 3/10, 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 12401, NY Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kingston High School
Magnet School
(Math: 97% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
403 Broadway
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 331-1970
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 331-1970
Grades: 9-12
| 1,856 students
Rank: #22.
J Watson Bailey Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
118 Merilina Ave Ext
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 338-6390
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 338-6390
Grades: 5-8
| 968 students
Rank: #33.
Harry L Edson School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
116 Merilina Ave
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 338-6990
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 338-6990
Grades: K-4
| 418 students
Rank: #44.
Chambers School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
945 Morton Blvd
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 336-5995
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 336-5995
Grades: K-4
| 323 students
Rank: #55.
George Washington School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
67 Wall St
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 338-1978
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 338-1978
Grades: PK-4
| 449 students
Rank: #66.
John F Kennedy School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
107 Gross St
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 331-3174
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 331-3174
Grades: K-4
| 359 students
12401, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Columbus Elementary School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
18b Heather Ln
Kingston, NY 12401
Kingston, NY 12401
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Family Adult Shelter (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
105 E Pearl St
Kingston, NY 12401
Kingston, NY 12401
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
21 Wynkoop Place
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 338-8660
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 338-8660
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Group Home (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
18e Heather Ln
Kingston, NY 12401
Kingston, NY 12401
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
94 Mary's Ave
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 338-6370
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 338-6370
Grades: PK-5
| 254 students
1700 Sawkill Rd
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 679-8160
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 679-8160
Grades: K-5
| 176 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 12401, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 12401, NY include Kingston High School, J Watson Bailey Middle School and Harry L Edson School.
How many public schools are located in 12401?
6 public schools are located in 12401.
What percentage of students in 12401 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 12401 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12401?
12401 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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