- WINDHAM ASHLAND CENTRAL SCHOOL — 2.3 mi · Grades PK–12 · 282 students
| Metric | Windham-Ashland-Jewett Central School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 309 | 3,544 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 1 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $39,225/yr | $17,619/yr | ↑ 123% above avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windham-Ashland-Jewett Central School District (this district) | 7/10 | 66th | 309 |
| Cairo-Durham Central School District | 6/10 | 54th | 1,054 |
| Gilboa-Conesville Central School District | 3/10 | 25th | 302 |
| Middleburgh Central School District | 4/10 | 36th | 665 |
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Ranked against 624 rated districts in NY → 66th percentile → 7/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2021–22 school year. Full methodology →
About Windham-Ashland-Jewett Central School District
Windham-Ashland-Jewett Central School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 12496 in Windham, New York. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 12496. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Windham-Ashland-Jewett Central School District 7 out of 10 — above average among New York public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2021–22 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because New York is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Windham-Ashland-Jewett Central School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in New York. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 12496
Children in zip code 12496 are assigned to Windham-Ashland-Jewett Central School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 12496, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Windham-Ashland-Jewett Central School District at (518)734-3400 or visit www.wajcs.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — New York districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Windham
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Windham-Ashland-Jewett Central School District serves zip code 12496, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 12496. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In New York, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Windham-Ashland-Jewett Central School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 12496.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Windham-Ashland-Jewett Central School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 12496 data.