For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,455 students in 12189, NY (there are 1 private school, serving 35 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 12189, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 12189, NY are Watervliet Elementary School and Watervliet Junior-senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12189 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12189, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12189, NY Public Schools (2026-27)
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Rank: #11.
Watervliet Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2557 10th Ave
Watervliet, NY 12189
(518) 629-3400
Watervliet, NY 12189
(518) 629-3400
Gr: PK-5 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Watervliet Junior-senior High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1245 Hillside Dr
Watervliet, NY 12189
(518) 629-3300
Watervliet, NY 12189
(518) 629-3300
Gr: 6-12 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
12189, New York Public Schools (Closed)
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Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 12189, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12189, NY include Watervliet Elementary School and Watervliet Junior-senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 12189?
2 public schools are located in 12189.
What percentage of students in 12189 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 12189 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12189?
12189 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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