For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,469 students in 12206, NY (there are 2 private schools, serving 190 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 12206, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 12206, NY are Henry Johnson Charter School, Brighter Choice Charter School For Boys and Brighter Choice Charter School For Girls. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12206 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12206, NY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12206, NY Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Henry Johnson Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
30 Watervliet Ave
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 432-4300
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 432-4300
Gr: K-4 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Brighter Choice Charter School For Boys
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
116 N Lake Ave
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 694-8200
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 694-8200
Gr: K-5 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Brighter Choice Charter School For Girls
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
250 Central Ave
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 694-4100
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 694-4100
Gr: K-5 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Sheridan Preparatory Academy
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
400 Sheridan Ave
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 475-6850
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 475-6850
Gr: PK-5 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Roots Academy At West Hill
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
676 Clinton Ave
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 475-6700
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 475-6700
Gr: PK-5 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
12206, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Brighter Choice Charter Middle School For Boys (Closed 2016)
Charter School
395 Elk St
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 703-6100
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 703-6100
Gr: 5-8 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
395 Elk St
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 694-5550
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 694-5550
Gr: 5-8 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
395 Elk St
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 475-6600
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 475-6600
Gr: 7-8 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 12206, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12206, NY include Henry Johnson Charter School, Brighter Choice Charter School For Boys and Brighter Choice Charter School For Girls.
How many public schools are located in 12206?
5 public schools are located in 12206.
What percentage of students in 12206 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 12206 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12206?
12206 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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