For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 615 students in 12937, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12937, NY are 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 elementary schools in zipcode 12937 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12937, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12937, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 12937, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12937, NY include Salmon River Middle School and Salmon River Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12937?
2 public elementary schools are located in 12937.
What is the racial composition of students in 12937?
12937 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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