For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,140 students in 12477, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12477, NY are Riccardi Elementary School, Cahill School and Morse School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12477 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12477, NY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12477, NY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Riccardi Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
70 Plenty St
Saugerties, NY 12477
(845) 247-6870
Saugerties, NY 12477
(845) 247-6870
Grades: K-6
| 423 students
Rank: #22.
Cahill School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
134 Main St
Saugerties, NY 12477
(845) 247-6800
Saugerties, NY 12477
(845) 247-6800
Grades: K-6
| 412 students
Rank: #33.
Morse School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
70 Harry Wells Rd
Saugerties, NY 12477
(845) 247-6960
Saugerties, NY 12477
(845) 247-6960
Grades: K-6
| 305 students
12477, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
744 Glasco Tpke
Saugerties, NY 12477
(845) 247-6920
Saugerties, NY 12477
(845) 247-6920
Grades: PK-6
| 247 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 12477, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12477, NY include Riccardi Elementary School, Cahill School and Morse School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12477?
3 public elementary schools are located in 12477.
What is the racial composition of students in 12477?
12477 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% 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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