For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,100 students in 14870, NY (there are 2 private schools, serving 96 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 14870, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 14870, NY are Calvin U Smith Elementary School, Erwin Valley Elementary School and Corning-painted Post Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 14870 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 14870, NY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14870, NY Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Calvin U Smith Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3414 Stanton St
Painted Post, NY 14870
(607) 936-4156
Painted Post, NY 14870
(607) 936-4156
Gr: K-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Erwin Valley Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16 Beartown Rd
Painted Post, NY 14870
(607) 936-6514
Painted Post, NY 14870
(607) 936-6514
Gr: K-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Corning-painted Post Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
35 Victory Hwy
Painted Post, NY 14870
(607) 654-2966
Painted Post, NY 14870
(607) 654-2966
Gr: 6-8 | 925 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: n/an/a
Schuyler-steuben-chemung-tioga-allegany Boces
Special Education School
9579 Vocational Dr
Painted Post, NY 14870
(607) 654-2283
Painted Post, NY 14870
(607) 654-2283
Gr: K-12 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
14870, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3805 Meads Creek Rd
Painted Post, NY 14870
(607) 962-6083
Painted Post, NY 14870
(607) 962-6083
9183 Presho School Rd
Painted Post, NY 14870
(607) 523-7252
Painted Post, NY 14870
(607) 523-7252
Gr: K-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 14870, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 14870, NY include Calvin U Smith Elementary School, Erwin Valley Elementary School and Corning-painted Post Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 14870?
4 public schools are located in 14870.
What percentage of students in 14870 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 14870 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 14870?
14870 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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