For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,458 students in 12061, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12061, NY are Howard L Goff School and Citizen Edmond Genet School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12061 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12061, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12061, NY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Howard L Goff School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
35 Gilligan Rd
East Greenbush, NY 12061
(518) 207-2430
East Greenbush, NY 12061
(518) 207-2430
Grades: 6-8
| 975 students
Rank: #22.
Citizen Edmond Genet School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
29 Englewood Ave
East Greenbush, NY 12061
(518) 207-2680
East Greenbush, NY 12061
(518) 207-2680
Grades: PK-5
| 483 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 12061, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12061, NY include Howard L Goff School and Citizen Edmond Genet School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12061?
2 public elementary schools are located in 12061.
What is the racial composition of students in 12061?
12061 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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