For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,188 students in 12981, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in 12981, NY are Saranac High School, Saranac Elementary School and Saranac Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12981 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12981, NY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12981, NY Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Saranac High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
60 Picketts Crnrs Rd
Saranac, NY 12981
(518) 565-5800
Saranac, NY 12981
(518) 565-5800
Gr: 9-12 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Saranac Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
18 Picketts Crnrs Rd
Saranac, NY 12981
(518) 565-5900
Saranac, NY 12981
(518) 565-5900
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Saranac Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
70 Picketts Crnrs Rd
Saranac, NY 12981
(518) 565-5700
Saranac, NY 12981
(518) 565-5700
Gr: 6-8 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
12981, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
P.o. Box 8
Saranac, NY 12981
(518) 565-5500
Saranac, NY 12981
(518) 565-5500
Gr: K-6 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
P.o. Box 8
Saranac, NY 12981
(518) 565-5550
Saranac, NY 12981
(518) 565-5550
Gr: K-6 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 12981, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12981, NY include Saranac High School, Saranac Elementary School and Saranac Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 12981?
3 public schools are located in 12981.
What is the racial composition of students in 12981?
12981 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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