For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 830 students in 12508, NY.
The top ranked public high school in 12508, NY is Beacon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 12508 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 12508, NY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 12508 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is equal to the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Beacon High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12508, NY Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Beacon High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 Matteawan Rd
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 838-6900
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 838-6900
Grades: 9-12
| 830 students
12508, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Beacon Correctional Facility (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
50 Camp Beacon Rd
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 831-4200
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 831-4200
Grades: Inquire with school
| 10 students
Fishkill Correctional Facility (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
Prospect St
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 831-4800
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 831-4800
Grades: Inquire with school
| 12 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 12508, NY?
The top ranked public high schools in 12508, NY include Beacon High School.
How many public high schools are located in 12508?
1 public high schools are located in 12508.
What is the racial composition of students in 12508?
12508 public high schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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