For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 931 students in 10918, NY (there are 1 private school, serving 42 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 10918, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 10918, 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.
Public schools in zipcode 10918 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 10918, NY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 10918, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chester Academy-middle/high School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
64 Hambletonian Ave
Chester, NY 10918
(845) 469-2231
Chester, NY 10918
(845) 469-2231
Gr: 6-12 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Chester Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2 Herbert Dr
Chester, NY 10918
(845) 469-2178
Chester, NY 10918
(845) 469-2178
Gr: PK-5 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 10918, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 10918, NY include Chester Academy-middle/high School and Chester Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 10918?
2 public schools are located in 10918.
What percentage of students in 10918 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 10918 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 10918?
10918 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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