For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 140 students in 12838, NY.
The top-ranked public preschool in 12838, NY is Floyd Harwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 12838 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 12838, NY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12838, NY Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Floyd Harwood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4704 State Rt 149
Hartford, NY 12838
(518) 632-5222
Hartford, NY 12838
(518) 632-5222
Gr: PK-5 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 12838, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 12838, NY include Floyd Harwood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 12838?
1 public preschools are located in 12838.
What is the racial composition of students in 12838?
12838 public preschools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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