For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,866 students in 12538, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12538, NY are Netherwood School, North Park Elementary School and Haviland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12538 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12538, NY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12538, NY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Netherwood School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
648 Netherwood Rd
Hyde Park, NY 12538
(845) 229-4055
Hyde Park, NY 12538
(845) 229-4055
Grades: K-5
| 291 students
Rank: #22.
North Park Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1593 Rt 9g
Hyde Park, NY 12538
(845) 229-4040
Hyde Park, NY 12538
(845) 229-4040
Grades: K-5
| 467 students
Rank: #33.
Haviland Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
23 Haviland Rd
Hyde Park, NY 12538
(845) 229-4030
Hyde Park, NY 12538
(845) 229-4030
Grades: 6-8
| 750 students
Rank: #44.
Ralph R Smith School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
16 Smith Ct
Hyde Park, NY 12538
(845) 229-4060
Hyde Park, NY 12538
(845) 229-4060
Grades: K-5
| 358 students
12538, New York 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4327 Albany Post Rd
Hyde Park, NY 12538
(845) 229-4050
Hyde Park, NY 12538
(845) 229-4050
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 12538, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12538, NY include Netherwood School, North Park Elementary School and Haviland Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12538?
4 public elementary schools are located in 12538.
What is the racial composition of students in 12538?
12538 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 45% 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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