For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 440 students in 12981, NY.
The top ranked public high school in 12981, NY is Saranac High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 12981 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 12981, NY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 12981 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Saranac High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12981, NY Public High Schools (2025)
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 | 440 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
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 high schools in 12981, NY?
The top ranked public high schools in 12981, NY include Saranac High School.
How many public high schools are located in 12981?
1 public high schools are located in 12981.
What is the racial composition of students in 12981?
12981 public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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