For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,711 students in 12533, NY (there are , serving 804 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 12533, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 12533, NY are John Jay Senior High School, Gayhead School and Orchard View Alternative High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12533 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12533, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12533, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Jay Senior High School
(Math: 78% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2012 Route 52
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
(845) 897-6700
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
(845) 897-6700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,819 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Gayhead School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15 Entry Rd
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
(845) 227-1756
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
(845) 227-1756
Gr: K-6 | 831 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Orchard View Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
25 Corporate Dr
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
(845) 298-5005
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
(845) 298-5005
Gr: 9-12 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 12533, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12533, NY include John Jay Senior High School, Gayhead School and Orchard View Alternative High School.
How many public schools are located in 12533?
3 public schools are located in 12533.
What percentage of students in 12533 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 12533 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12533?
12533 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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