For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,045 students in 12937, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in 12937, NY are Salmon River High School, Salmon River Middle School and Salmon River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12937 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12937, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12937, NY Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salmon River High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
637 County Rt 1
Fort Covington, NY 12937
(518) 358-6620
Fort Covington, NY 12937
(518) 358-6620
Gr: 9-12 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Salmon River Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
637 County Rt 1
Fort Covington, NY 12937
(518) 358-6650
Fort Covington, NY 12937
(518) 358-6650
Gr: 6-8 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Salmon River Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
637 County Rt 1
Fort Covington, NY 12937
(518) 358-6670
Fort Covington, NY 12937
(518) 358-6670
Gr: PK-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
12937, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
637 Co. Rt. 1
Fort Covington, NY 12937
(518) 358-6620
Fort Covington, NY 12937
(518) 358-6620
Gr: 7-12 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 12937, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12937, NY include Salmon River High School, Salmon River Middle School and Salmon River Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 12937?
3 public schools are located in 12937.
What is the racial composition of students in 12937?
12937 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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