Welcome & Navigation
Welcome to the West Point Educational Directory, modeled to support inbound and currently stationed military families navigating K–12 education across the US Military Academy (USMA) footprint and the greater Orange County region.
On-Post Schools: DoDEA Mid-Atlantic District
DoDEA (Department of Defense Education Activity) operates two schools located directly within the historic grounds of the United States Military Academy at West Point. Attendance is designated for dependents of full-time active-duty military and eligible civilian personnel living in permanent on-post family housing.
1.) West Point Elementary School (WPES)
- https://westpointes.dodea.edu/school-about-us
- Grades Served: Universal Pre-K (UPK) - Grade 4
- Address: 705 Barry Road, West Point, NY 10996
- Phone: (845) 938-2313
- Accolades & Features: Recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School (2017 and 2024). WPES operates inside a 21st-century modern facility opened in 2020, offering integrated STEM curriculum, specialist coaching (art, vocal music, technology, physical education), and tailored reading interventions.
2.) West Point Middle School (WPMS)
- https://westpointms.dodea.edu/school-about-us
- Grades Served: 5-8
- Address: 705 Barry Road / Boughton Place, West Point, NY 10996
- Phone: (845) 938-2923
- Accolades & Features: Triple National Blue-Ribbon School honoree (1997–98, 2011, and 2021). WPMS blends the historic architectural heritage of its 1934 academic hall with state-of-the-art additions for laboratory science, band, orchestra, visual arts, and digital technology.
- Extracurriculars & Athletics: Multi-season intramural and modified athletic programs operated in conjunction with West Point Child and Youth Services (CYS).
Important Note for High Schoolers Living on Post: DoDEA does not operate a high school on the West Point installation. All on-post high school students in grades 9–12 attend James I. O'Neill High School - https://jiohs.hffmcsd.org/ in Highland Falls.
Off-Post School Districts
Military families electing to live in off-post civilian housing in Orange County enroll in their respective geographic school district. The primary surrounding districts include:
Highland Falls–Fort Montgomery Central School District (HFFMCSD)
Bordered by the Hudson River, Bear Mountain State Park, and the Military Academy, HFFMCSD serves students from Highland Falls, Fort Montgomery, Garrison, and West Point high schoolers.
- District Central Office: PO Box 287, Highland Falls, NY 10928
- Main Phone: (845) 446-9575
District Campuses:
1.) Fort Montgomery Elementary School (FMES)
- https://fmes.hffmcsd.org/
- Grades: Universal Pre-K through 2nd Grade
- Location: 895 Route 9W, Fort Montgomery, NY 10922
- Focus: Early literacy foundations, exploratory arts, and foundational math.
2.) Highland Falls Intermediate School (HFIS)
- https://hfis.hffmcsd.org/
- Grades: 3-8
- Location: 52 Mountain Avenue, Highland Falls, NY 10928
- Focus: Departmentalized upper elementary and middle school curriculum with transitional athletic programs and Student 2 Student (S2S) orientation.
3.) James I. O’Neill High School (JIOHS)
- https://jiohs.hffmcsd.org/
- Grades: 9-12
- Location: 21 Morgan Road, Highland Falls, NY 10928
- Phone: (845) 446-4914
- Military Partnership: JIOHS educates all military dependents residing on West Point in grades 9–12. With an average class size of approximately 21 and a 10:1 student-to-teacher ratio, the school features extensive Advanced Placement (AP) offerings, JROTC, Section 9 championship athletics, and daily teacher-led after-school tutorials.
Cornwall Central School District (CCSD)
Cornwall is located directly north of West Point along the Hudson River and represents one of the most common residential choices for military faculty, staff, and soldiers.
- https://www.cornwallschools.com
- District Office: 24 Lee Road, Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY 12520
- District Phone: (845) 534-8009
- Schools:
- Cornwall-on-Hudson Elementary: Grades K–4. Phone: (845) 534-8009 ext. 1000
- Cornwall Elementary School: Grades K–4. Phone: (845) 534-8009 ext. 2000
- Willow Avenue Elementary: Grades K–4. Phone: (845) 534-8009 ext. 3000
- Cornwall Central Middle School (CCMS): Grades 5–8. Phone: (845) 534-8009 ext. 4000
- Cornwall Central High School (CCHS): Grades 9–12. Phone: (845) 534-8009 ext. 5000
- Military Support: Active participant in the Military Student Identifier initiative, S2S ambassador programs, and comprehensive academic advisement for relocating teens.
Washingtonville Central School District (WCSD)
Positioned northwest of West Point, Washingtonville serves military families across the towns of Blooming Grove, New Windsor, Hamptonburgh, and Salisbury Mills.
- WCSDK12.org
- District Office: 52 West Main Street, Washingtonville, NY 10992
- District Phone: (845) 497-4000
- Schools:
- Little Britain Elementary: Grades K–5 (closest proximity to Stewart ANG & West Point commuters) - Washingtonville CSD Military Family Support
- Round Hill Elementary: Grades K–5
- Taft Elementary: Grades K–5
- Washingtonville Middle School: Grades 6–8
- Washingtonville High School: Grades 9–12
- Military Support Highlights: features a dedicated Military Family Support Department offering tailored guidance on deployment-related attendance flexibility, 24/7 free access to Tutor.com for military dependents, mid-year club integration, and specialized counseling through school social workers.
Monroe-Woodbury Central School District (MWCSD)
Located southwest of West Point along the Route 32/Route 17 corridor, Monroe-Woodbury is known for its wide spectrum of academic tracks, arts, and athletic facilities ("Crusader Pride").
- District Office: Education Center, 278 Route 32, Central Valley, NY 10917
- District Phone: (845) 460-6200 | Registrar: (845) 460-6200 ext. 10171
- Schools:
- Sapphire Elementary & Smith Clove Elementary: Kindergarten & Grade 1
- Central Valley, North Main, & Pine Tree Elementary: Grades 2–5
- Monroe-Woodbury Middle School: Grades 6–8
- Monroe-Woodbury High School: Grades 9–12
Enrollment Requirements & Age Cutoffs
Understanding the difference between federal DoDEA age cutoffs and New York State educational requirements is essential during PCS transition:
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Policy Area
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On-Post DoDEA Schools
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New York State Public Districts (HFFMCSD, CCSD, WCSD, MWCSD)
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Kindergarten Entry Age
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Must turn 5 on or before September 1 of school year
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Must turn 5 on or before December 1 of school year
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Residency Requirement
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Permanent assignment to on-post USMA family housing
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Physical residency within geographic district boundaries (PO Boxes not accepted)
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Proof of Identity
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Official birth certificate (raised seal) or passport
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Official birth certificate (raised seal) or passport
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Military Documentation
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PCS orders, SF-50, or DA Form 3434
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Military parent identification form
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Health Records
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Valid immunization certificate & current physical exam
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NYS-compliant physical exam form & official immunization records
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Special Services
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IEP / 504 Plan transfer via DoDEA Special Education Services
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Pupil Personnel Services / CSE evaluation & plan transfer
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