For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public school serving 411 students in Walden, NY (there are 1 private school, serving 189 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in Walden, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public school in Walden, NY is Walden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Walden, NY public school have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Walden have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Walden, NY (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Walden Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
75 Orchard St
Walden, NY 12586
(845) 457-2400
Walden, NY 12586
(845) 457-2400
Grades: K-5
| 411 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Walden, NY?
The top ranked public schools in Walden, NY include Walden Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Walden?
1 public schools are located in Walden.
What percentage of students in Walden go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in Walden are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Walden?
Walden public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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