For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 569 students in 12920, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in 12920, NY are Chateaugay High School and Chateaugay Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12920 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12920, NY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12920, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chateaugay High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
42 River St
Chateaugay, NY 12920
(518) 497-6611
Chateaugay, NY 12920
(518) 497-6611
Gr: 7-12 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Chateaugay Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
42 River St
Chateaugay, NY 12920
(518) 497-6290
Chateaugay, NY 12920
(518) 497-6290
Gr: PK-6 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
12920, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Chateaugay Asactc (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
7874 State Route 11
Chateaugay, NY 12920
(518) 497-3300
Chateaugay, NY 12920
(518) 497-3300
Gr: Inquire with school | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 12920, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12920, NY include Chateaugay High School and Chateaugay Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 12920?
2 public schools are located in 12920.
What is the racial composition of students in 12920?
12920 public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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