For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,764 students in 12550, NY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 12550, NY are Meadow Hill School and South Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 12550 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the New York public middle school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 12550, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public middle school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12550, NY Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meadow Hill School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
124 Meadow Hill Rd
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 568-6600
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 568-6600
Gr: K-8 | 982 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
South Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
33-63 Monument St
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 563-7000
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 563-7000
Gr: 6-8 | 782 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 12550, NY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 12550, NY include Meadow Hill School and South Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 12550?
2 public middle schools are located in 12550.
What is the racial composition of students in 12550?
12550 public middle schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public middle schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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