For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 595 students in 12845, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in 12845, NY are Lake George Junior-senior High School and Lake George Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12845 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12845, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12845, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake George Junior-senior High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
381 Canada St
Lake George, NY 12845
(518) 668-5452
Lake George, NY 12845
(518) 668-5452
Gr: 7-12 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Lake George Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
69 Sun Valley Dr
Lake George, NY 12845
(518) 668-5714
Lake George, NY 12845
(518) 668-5714
Gr: PK-6 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 12845, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12845, NY include Lake George Junior-senior High School and Lake George Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 12845?
2 public schools are located in 12845.
What is the racial composition of students in 12845?
12845 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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