For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,116 students in 12553, NY.
The top ranked public high school in 12553, NY is Cornwall Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 12553 have an average math proficiency score of 96% (versus the New York public high school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 84% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 12553, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 12553 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the New York average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cornwall Central High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12553, NY Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cornwall Central High School
(Math: 96% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10 Dragon Dr
New Windsor, NY 12553
(845) 534-8009
New Windsor, NY 12553
(845) 534-8009
Grades: 9-12
| 1,022 students
Rank: n/an/a
Kaplan Career Academy
Special Education School
623 Blooming Grove Turnpike
New Windsor, NY 12553
(845) 522-8460
New Windsor, NY 12553
(845) 522-8460
Grades: 5-12
| 94 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 12553, NY?
The top ranked public high schools in 12553, NY include Cornwall Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in 12553?
2 public high schools are located in 12553.
What is the racial composition of students in 12553?
12553 public high schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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