For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,522 students in 12534, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12534, NY are Hudson High School, Hudson Junior High School and Montgomery C Smith Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12534 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12534, NY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the New York public elementary school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12534, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hudson High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
215 Harry Howard Ave
Hudson, NY 12534
(518) 828-4360
Hudson, NY 12534
(518) 828-4360
Gr: 1-12 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Hudson Junior High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
215 Harry Howard Ave
Hudson, NY 12534
(518) 828-4360
Hudson, NY 12534
(518) 828-4360
Gr: 6-8 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Montgomery C Smith Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
102 Harry Howard Ave
Hudson, NY 12534
(518) 828-4350
Hudson, NY 12534
(518) 828-4350
Gr: PK-5 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 12534, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12534, NY include Hudson High School, Hudson Junior High School and Montgomery C Smith Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12534?
3 public elementary schools are located in 12534.
What is the racial composition of students in 12534?
12534 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the New York public elementary schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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