For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 598 students in 12118, NY.
The top-ranked public preschool in 12118, NY is Mechanicville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 12118 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 12118, NY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12118, NY Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mechanicville Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
25 Kniskern Ave
Mechanicville, NY 12118
(518) 664-7336
Mechanicville, NY 12118
(518) 664-7336
Gr: PK-5 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
12118, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
25 Kniskern Ave
Mechanicville, NY 12118
(518) 664-6303
Mechanicville, NY 12118
(518) 664-6303
Gr: 6-8 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 12118, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 12118, NY include Mechanicville Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 12118?
1 public preschools are located in 12118.
What is the racial composition of students in 12118?
12118 public preschools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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