For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 704 students in 12413, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12413, NY are Cairo-durham Middle School and Cairo-durham Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12413 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12413, NY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12413, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cairo-durham Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Rt 145
Cairo, NY 12413
(518) 622-0490
Cairo, NY 12413
(518) 622-0490
Gr: 6-8 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Cairo-durham Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
424 Main St
Cairo, NY 12413
(518) 622-3231
Cairo, NY 12413
(518) 622-3231
Gr: PK-5 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 12413, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12413, NY include Cairo-durham Middle School and Cairo-durham Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12413?
2 public elementary schools are located in 12413.
What is the racial composition of students in 12413?
12413 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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