For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,947 students in 12309, NY (there are 3 private schools, serving 305 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 12309, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 12309, NY are Niskayuna High School, Iroquois Middle School and Rosendale School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12309 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12309, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12309, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Niskayuna High School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1626 Balltown Rd
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 382-2511
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 382-2511
Gr: 9-12 | 1,379 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Iroquois Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2495 Rosendale Rd
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-2233
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-2233
Gr: 5-8 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Rosendale School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2445 Rosendale Rd
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-3123
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-3123
Gr: K-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
Birchwood Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
897 Birchwood Ln
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 344-2910
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 344-2910
Gr: K-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #55.
Van Antwerp Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2253 Story Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 370-1243
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 370-1243
Gr: 6-8 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #66.
Hillside School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1100 Cornelius Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-1856
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-1856
Gr: K-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #77.
Craig Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2566 Balltown Rd
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-0156
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-0156
Gr: K-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 12309, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12309, NY include Niskayuna High School, Iroquois Middle School and Rosendale School.
How many public schools are located in 12309?
7 public schools are located in 12309.
What percentage of students in 12309 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 12309 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12309?
12309 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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