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6.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in New Windsor, New York

8 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High

Public: 7
Private: 1
Districts: 4
Avg Rating: 6.1/10
Estimated Scores: 14%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.1/10

14% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$94,207

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$351,200

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
35%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
37 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
71%

Of occupied housing units

How New Windsor compares

New York rank

#284 of 475

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.2

below New York avg (6.3)

Median household income

$94k

101% of New York median

Schools in this city

7

About Schools in New Windsor, New York

New Windsor, New York is home to 8 schools, including 7 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in New Windsor show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in New Windsor is Kaplan Career Academy with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

New Windsor is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 18,230 students.

New Windsor's community shows 35% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $94,207. The poverty rate in the area is 6.2%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by Level: All Levels (8) Elementary (4) Middle (2) High (2)
Filter by Type: All Types (8) Public (7) Private (1)
Filter by Rating: All Ratings (8) Academics (8) Growth (6) Diversity (6) Resources (7)
Filter by ZIP: 12553 (8)

Elementary Schools

4 schools
# School Rating
1
NEW WINDSOR SCHOOL
417 students · Kindergarten–5th 		6.5
2
TEMPLE HILL SCHOOL
974 students · Kindergarten–8th 		6.3
3
VAILS GATE STEAM ACADEMY
482 students · Kindergarten–5th 		6.2
4
LITTLE BRITAIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
438 students · 1st–5th 		4.8

Middle Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL
856 students · 6th–8th 		5.1
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1
BLOOMING GROVE ACADEMY LLC Private
27 students · 5th–8th 		Not Rated

High Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
KAPLAN CAREER ACADEMY
94 students · 5th–12th 		7.4
2
CORNWALL CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
1,022 students · 9th–12th 		6.6

Schools in New Windsor

New Windsor, New York · 8 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$94,207

Median Home Value

$351,200

Median Rent

$1,612/mo

Population

27,300

College Educated

35%

Homeownership

71%

Avg Commute

37 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Community Profile

New Windsor has a median household income of $94,207. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $351,200, with a median rent of $1,612/month. The local poverty rate of 6.2% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
New York
Total Schools
8
Elementary
4
Middle
2
High
2
Districts
4
Avg Rating
6.1/10

Resources

🔍 Google "New Windsor schools" 🏫 GreatSchools New Windsor 📊 Niche New Windsor Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School Districts (4)

CORNWALL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

5 schools · 3,028 students

NEWBURGH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

12 schools · 11,227 students

GREENBURGH-NORTH CASTLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

4 schools · 1 students

WASHINGTONVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

5 schools · 3,974 students

Nearby Cities

Cornwall (3 schools)
2 mi
Cornwall on Hudson (3 schools)
3 mi
Newburgh (11 schools)
3 mi
Rock Tavern (1 school)
4 mi
Beacon (5 schools)
5 mi
Cold Spring (4 schools)
6 mi
Washingtonville (5 schools)
7 mi
Highland Falls (3 schools)
9 mi
Garrison (1 school)
9 mi
Highland Mills (1 school)
10 mi
Wallkill (5 schools)
10 mi
Marlboro (3 schools)
10 mi
Central Valley (4 schools)
11 mi
Walden (2 schools)
10 mi
Fishkill (4 schools)
9 mi

Other Major Cities in New York

Top metros statewide by school count.

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in New Windsor, New York

How many schools are in New Windsor, New York?

New Windsor has 8 schools, including 7 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in New Windsor, New York?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in New Windsor is 6.1 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in New Windsor, New York?

The top-ranked school in New Windsor on MySchoolScout is Kaplan Career Academy with a composite score of 7.4/10.

What is the best elementary school in New Windsor, New York?

The top-ranked elementary school in New Windsor on MySchoolScout is New Windsor School with a composite score of 6.5/10.

What is the best middle school in New Windsor, New York?

The top-ranked middle school in New Windsor on MySchoolScout is Heritage Middle School with a composite score of 5.1/10.

What is the best high school in New Windsor, New York?

The top-ranked high school in New Windsor on MySchoolScout is Kaplan Career Academy with a composite score of 7.4/10.

How many school districts serve New Windsor, New York?

New Windsor is served by 4 school districts: Cornwall Central School District, Newburgh City School District, Greenburgh-north Castle Union Free School District, Washingtonville Central School District.

What is the education level in New Windsor, New York?

According to Census data, 35% of adults in New Windsor have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in New Windsor, New York?

The median household income in New Windsor is approximately $94,207 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in New Windsor, New York?

Yes, New Windsor has 1 private school alongside 7 public schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio in New Windsor, New York?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in New Windsor is 10.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in New Windsor, New York?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.