For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,370 students in 12589, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12589, NY are Ostrander Elementary School, Leptondale Elementary School and Plattekill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12589 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12589, NY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12589, NY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ostrander Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
137 Viola Ave
Wallkill, NY 12589
(845) 895-7225
Wallkill, NY 12589
(845) 895-7225
Grades: PK-6
| 475 students
Rank: #22.
Leptondale Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
48 Mill St
Wallkill, NY 12589
(845) 895-7200
Wallkill, NY 12589
(845) 895-7200
Grades: K-6
| 468 students
Rank: #33.
Plattekill Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1270 Rt 32
Wallkill, NY 12589
(845) 895-7250
Wallkill, NY 12589
(845) 895-7250
Grades: PK-6
| 427 students
12589, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Shawangunk Correction Facility (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
Prison Rd
Wallkill, NY 12589
(845) 895-2081
Wallkill, NY 12589
(845) 895-2081
Grades: Inquire with school
| 1 students
Wallkill Correctional Facility (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
Route 208-po Bx G
Wallkill, NY 12589
Wallkill, NY 12589
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 12589, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12589, NY include Ostrander Elementary School, Leptondale Elementary School and Plattekill Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12589?
3 public elementary schools are located in 12589.
What is the racial composition of students in 12589?
12589 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% 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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