Best Public Schools in Zip Code 12561

The 12561 zip code in New Paltz, New York is home to 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school, all part of the New Paltz Central School District, except for the Ulster BOCES alternative school.

Among the standout schools in the area, New Paltz Senior High School consistently ranks in the top 20% of New York high schools, with impressive test scores, a high graduation rate of 84.3%, and a low dropout rate of 4.5%. Similarly, New Paltz Middle School is ranked in the top 25% of New York middle schools, with strong performance on state assessments and 100% proficiency on certain Regents exams.

The schools in the New Paltz Central School District demonstrate a significant investment in education, spending between $35,601 and $40,630 per student, well above the state average. This is reflected in the relatively small class sizes, with student-teacher ratios ranging from 5.7 to 11.6. While the high-performing schools stand out, there are some indications of potential equity concerns, with free and reduced-price lunch rates ranging from 24.77% to 28.95% across the district.