For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,182 students in Clinton, NY (there are 1 private school, serving 143 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in Clinton, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in Clinton, NY are Clinton Senior High School, Clinton Middle School and Clinton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clinton, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Clinton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Clinton, NY (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clinton Senior High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
75 Chenango Ave
Clinton, NY 13323
(315) 557-2233
Clinton, NY 13323
(315) 557-2233
Gr: 9-12 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Clinton Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
75 Chenango Ave
Clinton, NY 13323
(315) 557-2260
Clinton, NY 13323
(315) 557-2260
Gr: 6-8 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Clinton Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
75 Chenango Ave
Clinton, NY 13323
(315) 557-2255
Clinton, NY 13323
(315) 557-2255
Gr: PK-5 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Clinton, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in Clinton, NY include Clinton Senior High School, Clinton Middle School and Clinton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Clinton?
3 public schools are located in Clinton.
What percentage of students in Clinton go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in Clinton are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Clinton?
Clinton public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Clinton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Clinton include: Clinton Elementary School vs. Clinton Senior High School
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