For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 649 students in 12202, NY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 12202, NY are Thomas S O'brien Academy Of Science & Technology and Giffen Memorial Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 12202 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 12202, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12202, NY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas S O'brien Academy Of Science & Technology
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
94 Delaware Ave
Albany, NY 12202
(518) 475-6875
Albany, NY 12202
(518) 475-6875
Gr: PK-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Giffen Memorial Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
274 S Pearl St
Albany, NY 12202
(518) 475-6650
Albany, NY 12202
(518) 475-6650
Gr: PK-5 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 12202, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 12202, NY include Thomas S O'brien Academy Of Science & Technology and Giffen Memorial Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 12202?
2 public preschools are located in 12202.
What is the racial composition of students in 12202?
12202 public preschools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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