For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 662 students in 12189, NY.
The top-ranked public preschool in 12189, NY is Watervliet Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 12189 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 12189, NY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12189, NY Public Preschools (2025-26)
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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 | 662 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
12189, New York Public Schools (Closed)
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Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 12189, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 12189, NY include Watervliet Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 12189?
1 public preschools are located in 12189.
What is the racial composition of students in 12189?
12189 public preschools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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