Best 12209 New York Public Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 654 students in 12209, NY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 12209, NY are Albany School Of Humanities and Delaware Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 12209 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 12209, NY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

Best 12209, NY Public Preschools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Albany School Of Humanities
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
108 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12209
(518) 475-6575
Gr: PK-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Delaware Community School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
43 Bertha St
Albany, NY 12209
(518) 475-6750
Gr: PK-5 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 12209 New York

12209, New York Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Warren House (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
45 View Ave
Albany, NY 12209

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 12209, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 12209, NY include Albany School Of Humanities and Delaware Community School.
How many public preschools are located in 12209?
2 public preschools are located in 12209.
What is the racial composition of students in 12209?
12209 public preschools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

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