For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 414 students in Panama, NY (there are 2 private schools, serving 63 private students). 87% 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 57% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Panama, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: 7-12
| 194 students
Rank: #22.
Panama K-6 School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
41 North St
Panama, NY 14767
(716) 782-4166
Panama, NY 14767
(716) 782-4166
Grades: PK-6
| 220 students
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?
87% 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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