For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 745 students in 12204, NY.
The top ranked public schools in 12204, NY are Menands School and North Albany Academy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12204 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12204, NY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12204, NY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Menands School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
19 Wards Ln
Albany, NY 12204
(518) 465-4561
Albany, NY 12204
(518) 465-4561
Grades: PK-8
| 257 students
Rank: #22.
North Albany Academy Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
570 N Pearl St
Albany, NY 12204
(518) 475-6800
Albany, NY 12204
(518) 475-6800
Grades: 6-8
| 488 students
12204, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
570 N Pearl St
Albany, NY 12204
(518) 475-6800
Albany, NY 12204
(518) 475-6800
Grades: PK-5
| 246 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 12204, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 12204, NY include Menands School and North Albany Academy Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 12204?
2 public schools are located in 12204.
What is the racial composition of students in 12204?
12204 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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