For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 540 students in 12865, NY.
The top ranked public schools in 12865, NY are Salem High School and Salem Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12865 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12865, NY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% 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 12865, NY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salem High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
41 E Broadway
Salem, NY 12865
(518) 854-7600
Salem, NY 12865
(518) 854-7600
Gr: 7-12 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Salem Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
41 E Broadway
Salem, NY 12865
(518) 854-9505
Salem, NY 12865
(518) 854-9505
Gr: PK-6 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
12865, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 12865, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 12865, NY include Salem High School and Salem Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 12865?
2 public schools are located in 12865.
What is the racial composition of students in 12865?
12865 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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