For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,447 students in 12540, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12540, NY are Union Vale Middle School, Vail Farm Elementary School and Lagrange Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12540 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12540, NY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12540, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Vale Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1657 E Noxon Rd
Lagrangeville, NY 12540
(845) 223-8600
Lagrangeville, NY 12540
(845) 223-8600
Gr: 6-8 | 958 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Vail Farm Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1659 E Noxon Rd
Lagrangeville, NY 12540
(845) 223-8030
Lagrangeville, NY 12540
(845) 223-8030
Gr: K-5 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Lagrange Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
110 Stringham Rd
Lagrangeville, NY 12540
(845) 486-4880
Lagrangeville, NY 12540
(845) 486-4880
Gr: 6-8 | 831 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
12540, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
144 Todd Hill Rd
Lagrangeville, NY 12540
(845) 227-1793
Lagrangeville, NY 12540
(845) 227-1793
Gr: K-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 12540, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12540, NY include Union Vale Middle School, Vail Farm Elementary School and Lagrange Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12540?
3 public elementary schools are located in 12540.
What is the racial composition of students in 12540?
12540 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% 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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