For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 413 students in Galway, NY.
The top-ranked public preschool in Galway, NY is Joseph Henry Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Galway, NY public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in Galway have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Galway, NY (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joseph Henry Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5317 Sacandaga Rd
Galway, NY 12074
(518) 882-1033
Galway, NY 12074
(518) 882-1033
Gr: PK-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Galway, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5317 Sacandaga Rd
Galway, NY 12074
(518) 882-5047
Galway, NY 12074
(518) 882-5047
Gr: 6-8 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Galway, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in Galway, NY include Joseph Henry Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Galway?
1 public preschools are located in Galway.
What is the racial composition of students in Galway?
Galway public preschools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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