For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,572 students in 12302, NY (there are 2 private schools, serving 326 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 12302, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 12302, NY are Scotia-glenville Senior High School, Glendaal School and Scotia-glenville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12302 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12302, NY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12302, NY Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scotia-glenville Senior High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Tartan Way
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1231
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1231
Gr: 9-12 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Glendaal School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
774 Sacandaga Rd
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1202
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1202
Gr: K-5 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Scotia-glenville Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10 Prestige Pkwy
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1263
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1263
Gr: 6-8 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #44.
Pashley Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
30 Pashley Rd
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 399-9141
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 399-9141
Gr: K-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Glen-worden Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
30 Worden Rd
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 346-0469
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 346-0469
Gr: K-5 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #66.
Lincoln School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
40 Albion St
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1296
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1296
Gr: K-5 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #77.
Sacandaga School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 Wren St
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1282
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1282
Gr: K-5 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
12302, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 12302, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12302, NY include Scotia-glenville Senior High School, Glendaal School and Scotia-glenville Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 12302?
7 public schools are located in 12302.
What percentage of students in 12302 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 12302 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12302?
12302 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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