For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 257 students in 12204, NY.
The top ranked public preschool in 12204, NY is Menands School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 12204 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New York public pre school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 12204, NY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12204, NY Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Menands School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
19 Wards Ln
Albany, NY 12204
(518) 465-4561
Albany, NY 12204
(518) 465-4561
Grades: PK-8
| 257 students
12204, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
570 N Pearl St
Albany, NY 12204
(518) 475-6800
Albany, NY 12204
(518) 475-6800
Grades: PK-5
| 246 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 12204, NY?
The top ranked public preschools in 12204, NY include Menands School.
How many public preschools are located in 12204?
1 public preschools are located in 12204.
What is the racial composition of students in 12204?
12204 public preschools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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