For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 402 students in Panama, NY (there are 2 private schools, serving 63 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in Panama, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in Panama, NY are Panama High School and Panama K-6 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Panama, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Panama have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Panama, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Panama High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
41 North St
Panama, NY 14767
(716) 782-4413
Panama, NY 14767
(716) 782-4413
Gr: 7-12 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Panama K-6 School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
41 North St
Panama, NY 14767
(716) 782-4166
Panama, NY 14767
(716) 782-4166
Gr: PK-6 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Panama, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in Panama, NY include Panama High School and Panama K-6 School.
How many public schools are located in Panama?
2 public schools are located in Panama.
What percentage of students in Panama go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in Panama are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Panama?
Panama public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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