For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 468 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 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12981, NY Public High Schools (2026)
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%
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 62% (majority Hispanic).
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