For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,176 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 39% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), 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 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12981, NY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Saranac High School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
60 Picketts Crnrs Rd
Saranac, NY 12981
(518) 565-5800
Saranac, NY 12981
(518) 565-5800
Grades: 9-12
| 440 students
Rank: #22.
Saranac Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 366 students
Rank: #33.
Saranac Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
70 Picketts Crnrs Rd
Saranac, NY 12981
(518) 565-5700
Saranac, NY 12981
(518) 565-5700
Grades: 6-8
| 370 students
12981, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
P.o. Box 8
Saranac, NY 12981
(518) 565-5500
Saranac, NY 12981
(518) 565-5500
Grades: K-6
| 142 students
P.o. Box 8
Saranac, NY 12981
(518) 565-5550
Saranac, NY 12981
(518) 565-5550
Grades: K-6
| 134 students
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 60% (majority Hispanic).
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