For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,036 students in 12983, NY (there are 2 private schools, serving 117 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 12983, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 12983, NY are Saranac Lake Senior High School, Saranac Lake Middle School and Petrova Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12983 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12983, NY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12983, NY Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Saranac Lake Senior High School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
79 Canaras Ave
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-4450
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-4450
Gr: 9-12 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Saranac Lake Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
79 Canaras Ave
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-4221
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-4221
Gr: 6-8 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #33.
Petrova Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
79 Canaras Ave
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-4221
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-4221
Gr: K-5 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #44.
Bloomingdale School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
79 Canaras Ave
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-3198
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-3198
Gr: K-5 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
12983, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
79 Canaras Ave
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-2778
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-2778
Gr: K-3 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
79 Canaras Ave
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-3350
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-3350
Gr: PK-K | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 12983, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12983, NY include Saranac Lake Senior High School, Saranac Lake Middle School and Petrova Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 12983?
4 public schools are located in 12983.
What percentage of students in 12983 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 12983 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12983?
12983 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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