For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 799 students in 12901, NY.
The top ranked public high school in 12901, NY is Plattsburgh Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 12901 have an average math proficiency score of 92% (versus the New York public high school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 12901, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 12901 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the New York average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Plattsburgh Senior High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12901, NY Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Plattsburgh Senior High School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1 Clifford Dr
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
(518) 561-7500
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
(518) 561-7500
Grades: 9-12
| 560 students
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
Grades: K-12
| 239 students
12901, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Champlain Home For Children (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
4766 Crete Blvd
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Clinton County Sheriffs Department Elementary School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
25 Mccarthy Ave
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
(518) 565-4730
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
(518) 565-4730
Grades: 11
| 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 12901, NY?
The top ranked public high schools in 12901, NY include Plattsburgh Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 12901?
2 public high schools are located in 12901.
What is the racial composition of students in 12901?
12901 public high schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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