For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,374 students in Ogdensburg, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in Ogdensburg, NY are Ogdensburg Free Academy, Madill School and John F Kennedy School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ogdensburg, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Ogdensburg have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Ogdensburg, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ogdensburg Free Academy
(Math: 48% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1100 State St
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
(315) 393-0900
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
(315) 393-0900
Gr: 7-12 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Madill School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
800 Jefferson Ave
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
(315) 393-7729
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
(315) 393-7729
Gr: PK-6 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #33.
John F Kennedy School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
801-809 Park St
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
(315) 393-4264
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
(315) 393-4264
Gr: PK-6 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
Saint Lawrence Psychiatric Center Children & Youth Services
Special Education School
1 Chimney Point Dr
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
(315) 541-2565
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
(315) 541-2565
Gr: 6-12 | 20 students Minority enrollment: 4%
Ogdensburg, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1515 Knox
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
(315) 393-7836
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
(315) 393-7836
Gr: K-1 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Ogdensburg Correctional Facility (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
One Correction Way
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
(315) 393-0281
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
(315) 393-0281
Gr: Inquire with school
1100 State St
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
(315) 393-0900
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
(315) 393-0900
Gr: 9-12 | 701 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Riverview Correction Facility (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
1110 Tibbits Ave
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
(315) 393-8400
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
(315) 393-8400
Gr: Inquire with school
St. Lawrence Chldrn & Youth Svcs (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
1 Chimney Point Drive
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
(315) 393-3000
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
(315) 393-3000
Gr: 2-11 | 16 students Minority enrollment: 19%
615 Franklin St
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
(315) 393-6271
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
(315) 393-6271
Gr: K-2 | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Ogdensburg, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in Ogdensburg, NY include Ogdensburg Free Academy, Madill School and John F Kennedy School.
How many public schools are located in Ogdensburg?
4 public schools are located in Ogdensburg.
What is the racial composition of students in Ogdensburg?
Ogdensburg public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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