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Top 5 Best Kingston Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,517 students in Kingston, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Kingston, NY are J Watson Bailey Middle School, Harry L Edson School and Chambers School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kingston, NY public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in Kingston have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Kingston, NY (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
J Watson Bailey Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
118 Merilina Ave Ext
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 338-6390
Grades: 5-8
| 968 students
Rank: #22.
Harry L Edson School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
116 Merilina Ave
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 338-6990
Grades: K-4
| 418 students
Rank: #33.
Chambers School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
945 Morton Blvd
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 336-5995
Grades: K-4
| 323 students
Rank: #44.
George Washington School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
67 Wall St
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 338-1978
Grades: PK-4
| 449 students
Rank: #55.
John F Kennedy School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
107 Gross St
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 331-3174
Grades: K-4
| 359 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Kingston, New York

Kingston, New York Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Columbus Elementary School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
18b Heather Ln
Kingston, NY 12401
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Family Adult Shelter (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
105 E Pearl St
Kingston, NY 12401
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frank L Meagher School (Closed 2014)
21 Wynkoop Place
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 338-8660
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Group Home (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
18e Heather Ln
Kingston, NY 12401
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Sophie Finn School (Closed 2014)
94 Mary's Ave
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 338-6370
Grades: PK-5
| 254 students
Zena Elementary School (Closed 2014)
1700 Sawkill Rd
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 679-8160
Grades: K-5
| 176 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Kingston, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Kingston, NY include J Watson Bailey Middle School, Harry L Edson School and Chambers School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Kingston?
5 public elementary schools are located in Kingston.
What is the racial composition of students in Kingston?
Kingston public elementary schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Kingston are often viewed compared to one another?

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