For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 870 students in 12204, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12204, NY are Menands School and North Albany Academy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12204 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12204, NY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12204, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Menands School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
19 Wards Ln
Albany, NY 12204
(518) 465-4561
Albany, NY 12204
(518) 465-4561
Gr: PK-8 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
North Albany Academy Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
570 N Pearl St
Albany, NY 12204
(518) 475-6800
Albany, NY 12204
(518) 475-6800
Gr: 6-8 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
12204, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
570 N Pearl St
Albany, NY 12204
(518) 475-6800
Albany, NY 12204
(518) 475-6800
Gr: PK-5 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 12204, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12204, NY include Menands School and North Albany Academy Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12204?
2 public elementary schools are located in 12204.
What is the racial composition of students in 12204?
12204 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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