For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,623 students in Guilderland, NY.
The top ranked public schools in Guilderland, NY are Farnsworth Middle School and Guilderland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Guilderland, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Guilderland have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Guilderland, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Farnsworth Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6072 State Farm Rd
Guilderland, NY 12084
(518) 456-6010
Guilderland, NY 12084
(518) 456-6010
Grades: 6-8
| 1,149 students
Rank: #22.
Guilderland Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2225 Western Ave
Guilderland, NY 12084
(518) 869-0293
Guilderland, NY 12084
(518) 869-0293
Grades: K-5
| 474 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Guilderland, NY?
The top ranked public schools in Guilderland, NY include Farnsworth Middle School and Guilderland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Guilderland?
2 public schools are located in Guilderland.
What is the racial composition of students in Guilderland?
Guilderland public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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