For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,474 students in Alden, NY (there are 1 private school, serving 155 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Alden, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in Alden, NY are Alden Senior High School, Alden Primary At Townline and Alden Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alden, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Alden have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Alden, NY (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alden Senior High School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
13190 Park St
Alden, NY 14004
(716) 937-9116
Alden, NY 14004
(716) 937-9116
Gr: 9-12 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Alden Primary At Townline
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11197 Broadway
Alden, NY 14004
(716) 937-9116
Alden, NY 14004
(716) 937-9116
Gr: K-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Alden Intermediate School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1648 Crittenden Rd
Alden, NY 14004
(716) 937-9116
Alden, NY 14004
(716) 937-9116
Gr: 3-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Alden Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13250 Park St
Alden, NY 14004
(716) 937-9116
Alden, NY 14004
(716) 937-9116
Gr: 6-8 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Alden, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Erie County Correctional Facility (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
11581 Walden Avenue
Alden, NY 14004
Alden, NY 14004
Wende Correctional Facility (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
3040 Wende Rd
Alden, NY 14004
(716) 937-4000
Alden, NY 14004
(716) 937-4000
Gr: Inquire with school | 54 students Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Alden, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in Alden, NY include Alden Senior High School, Alden Primary At Townline and Alden Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in Alden?
4 public schools are located in Alden.
What percentage of students in Alden go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Alden are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Alden?
Alden public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Alden are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Alden include: Alden Primary At Townline vs. Alden Middle School, Alden Middle School vs. Alden Primary At Townline
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