For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 785 students in 12189, NY.
The top-ranked public high school in 12189, NY is Watervliet Junior-senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 12189 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 12189, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 12189 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Watervliet Junior-senior 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 63% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the New York public high school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12189, NY Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Rank: #11.
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)
School
Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 12189, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 12189, NY include Watervliet Junior-senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 12189?
1 public high schools are located in 12189.
What is the racial composition of students in 12189?
12189 public high schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the New York public high schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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