For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,049 students in 12901, NY (there are 3 private schools, serving 197 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 12901, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 12901, NY are Plattsburgh Senior High School, Stafford Middle School and Oak Street School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12901 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12901, NY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12901, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Plattsburgh Senior High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Clifford Dr
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
(518) 561-7500
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
(518) 561-7500
Gr: 9-12 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Stafford Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15 Broad St
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
(518) 563-6800
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
(518) 563-6800
Gr: 6-8 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Oak Street School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
108 Oak St
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
(518) 563-4950
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
(518) 563-4950
Gr: 3-5 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #44.
Arthur P Momot Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
60 Monty St
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
(518) 563-1140
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
(518) 563-1140
Gr: PK-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
Clinton-essex-warren-washington Boces
Special Education School
1585 Military Turnpike
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
(518) 561-0100
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
(518) 561-0100
Gr: K-12 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
50 Bailey Ave
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
(518) 563-2410
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
(518) 563-2410
Gr: PK-2 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 12901, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12901, NY include Plattsburgh Senior High School, Stafford Middle School and Oak Street School.
How many public schools are located in 12901?
6 public schools are located in 12901.
What percentage of students in 12901 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 12901 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12901?
12901 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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