For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 4,075 students in 12303, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12303, NY are Lynnwood Elementary School, Pine Bush Elementary School and Draper Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12303 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12303, NY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12303, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lynnwood Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8 Regina Dr
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 355-7930
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 355-7930
Gr: K-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Pine Bush Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3437 Carman Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 357-2770
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 357-2770
Gr: K-5 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Draper Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2070 Curry Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8350
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8350
Gr: 6-8 | 655 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Pinewood Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
901 Kings Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8430
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8430
Gr: 3-5 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #55.
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1097 Forest Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 377-0201
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 377-0201
Gr: PK-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #66.
Mont Pleasant Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1121 Forest Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3569
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3569
Gr: 6-8 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1091 Webster St
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 836-0995
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 836-0995
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
2719 Hamburg St
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8400
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8400
Gr: K-2 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
12303, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
570 Lansing St
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3970
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3970
Gr: 1-6 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
520 Bradt St
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3700
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3700
Gr: 1-5 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 12303, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12303, NY include Lynnwood Elementary School, Pine Bush Elementary School and Draper Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12303?
8 public elementary schools are located in 12303.
What is the racial composition of students in 12303?
12303 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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