Best Public Schools in Chester, NY (2025-26)

Best Chester Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 925 students in Chester, NY.

The top-ranked public schools in Chester, NY are Chester Academy-middle/high School and Chester Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Chester, NY public schools have an score of 55% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and score of 47% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Chester have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public schools.

Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Chester, NY (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Chester Academy-middle/high School

(Math: 58% | Reading: 50-54%)
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64 Hambletonian Ave
Chester, NY 10918
(845) 469-2231

Gr: 6-12 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 59%

Rank: #22.

Chester Elementary School

(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
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2 Herbert Dr
Chester, NY 10918
(845) 469-2178

Gr: PK-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 62%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Chester, NY?

The top-ranked public schools in Chester, NY include Chester Academy-middle/high School and Chester Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in Chester?

2 public schools are located in Chester.

What is the racial composition of students in Chester?

Chester public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).