For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 724 students in 12564, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12564, NY are Pawling Elementary School and Pawling Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12564 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12564, NY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12564, NY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pawling Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7 Haight St
Pawling, NY 12564
(845) 855-4630
Pawling, NY 12564
(845) 855-4630
Grades: PK-4
| 389 students
Rank: #22.
Pawling Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
80 Wagner Rd
Pawling, NY 12564
(845) 855-4653
Pawling, NY 12564
(845) 855-4653
Grades: 5-8
| 335 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 12564, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12564, NY include Pawling Elementary School and Pawling Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12564?
2 public elementary schools are located in 12564.
What is the racial composition of students in 12564?
12564 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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