Best 12208 New York Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 791 students in 12208, NY (there are 10 private schools, serving 1,602 private students). 33% of all K-12 students in 12208, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 12208, NY are Albany Leadership Charter School For Girls and New Scotland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12208 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the New York public school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 63% statewide average). Schools in 12208, NY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public school average of 59% (majority Hispanic).

Best 12208, NY Public Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Albany Leadership Charter School For Girls
Charter School
Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-69%
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
19 Hackett Blvd
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 694-5300
Grades: 6-12
| 326 students
Rank: #22.
New Scotland Elementary School
Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
385 New Scotland Ave
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 475-6775
Grades: PK-5
| 465 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 12208 New York

12208, New York Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
75 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 447-9611
Grades: Inquire with school
| 6 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 12208, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 12208, NY include Albany Leadership Charter School For Girls and New Scotland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 12208, NY?
2 public schools are located in 12208, NY.
What percentage of students in 12208, NY go to public school?
33% of all K-12 students in 12208, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12208, NY?
12208, NY public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public schools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).

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