For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 750 students in 12561, NY.
The top-ranked public middle school in 12561, NY is New Paltz Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 12561 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the New York public middle school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 12561, NY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public middle school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12561, NY Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Paltz Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
196 Main St
New Paltz, NY 12561
(845) 256-4200
New Paltz, NY 12561
(845) 256-4200
Gr: 6-8 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
Ulster Boces
Special Education School
175 Rte 32 N
New Paltz, NY 12561
(845) 255-3040
New Paltz, NY 12561
(845) 255-3040
Gr: K-12 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 12561, NY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 12561, NY include New Paltz Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 12561?
2 public middle schools are located in 12561.
What is the racial composition of students in 12561?
12561 public middle schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public middle schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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