For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 346 students in 12887, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 12887, NY is Whitehall Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 12887 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12887, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12887, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whitehall Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
99 Buckley Rd
Whitehall, NY 12887
(518) 499-0330
Whitehall, NY 12887
(518) 499-0330
Gr: PK-6 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 12887, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12887, NY include Whitehall Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12887?
1 public elementary schools are located in 12887.
What is the racial composition of students in 12887?
12887 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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