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Best 12206 New York Public Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 587 students in 12206, NY.

The top ranked public preschools in 12206, NY are Sheridan Preparatory Academy and Roots Academy At West Hill. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public preschools in zipcode 12206 have an score of 20% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and score of 12% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 12206, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public pre schools.

Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

Best 12206, NY Public Preschools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Sheridan Preparatory Academy

(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
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400 Sheridan Ave
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 475-6850

Gr: PK-5 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%

Rank: #22.

Roots Academy At West Hill

(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
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676 Clinton Ave
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 475-6700

Gr: PK-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 12206 New York

12206, New York Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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Brighter Choice Charter Middle School For Boys (Closed 2016)

Charter School

395 Elk St
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 703-6100

Gr: 5-8 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%

Brighter Choice Charter Middle School For Girls (Closed 2016)

Charter School

395 Elk St
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 694-5550

Gr: 5-8 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 95%

Camary Corp (Closed 2004)

Alternative School

10 Colvin Ave
Albany, NY 12206

Equinox, Inc (Closed 2004)

Alternative School

95 Central Ave
Albany, NY 12206

Hospitality House (Closed 2004)

Alternative School

271 Central Ave
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 434-6468

West Hill Middle School (Closed 2018)

395 Elk St
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 preschools in 12206, NY?

The top ranked public preschools in 12206, NY include Sheridan Preparatory Academy and Roots Academy At West Hill.

How many public preschools are located in 12206?

2 public preschools are located in 12206.

What is the racial composition of students in 12206?

12206 public preschools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).