Best Aurora Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 348 students in Aurora, NY.
The top-ranked public preschool in Aurora, NY is Southern Cayuga Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Aurora, NY public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in Aurora have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Preschools in Aurora, NY (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southern Cayuga Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2384 Rt 34b
Aurora, NY 13026
(315) 364-7098
Gr: PK-6 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Aurora, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in Aurora, NY include Southern Cayuga Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Aurora?
1 public preschools are located in Aurora.
What is the racial composition of students in Aurora?
Aurora public preschools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

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