For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,128 students in 12303, NY (there are 3 private schools, serving 447 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 12303, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 12303, NY are Lynnwood Elementary School, Pine Bush Elementary School and Mohonasen Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12303 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the New York public school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 63% statewide average). Schools in 12303, NY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public school average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12303, NY Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Lynnwood Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8 Regina Dr
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 355-7930
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 355-7930
Grades: K-5
| 424 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Pine Bush Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3437 Carman Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 357-2770
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 357-2770
Grades: K-5
| 472 students
Rank: #33.
Mohonasen Senior High School
(Math: 94% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2072 Curry Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8300
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8300
Grades: 9-12
| 867 students
Rank: #44.
Pinewood Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
901 Kings Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8430
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8430
Grades: 3-5
| 598 students
Rank: #55.
Draper Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2070 Curry Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8350
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8350
Grades: 6-8
| 648 students
Rank: #66.
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1097 Forest Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3640
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3640
Grades: PK-5
| 338 students
Rank: #77.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1091 Webster St
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3720
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3720
Grades: PK-5
| 426 students
Rank: #88.
Mont Pleasant Middle School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1121 Forest Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 370-8160
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 370-8160
Grades: 6-8
| 755 students
Rank: n/an/a
2719 Hamburg St
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8400
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8400
Grades: K-2
| 600 students
12303, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
570 Lansing St
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3970
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3970
Grades: 1-6
| 95 students
520 Bradt St
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3700
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3700
Grades: 1-5
| 108 students
W A I T T Houses Inc (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
Box 3455 1220 Congress
Schenectady, NY 12303
Schenectady, NY 12303
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 12303, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 12303, NY include Lynnwood Elementary School, Pine Bush Elementary School and Mohonasen Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 12303, NY?
9 public schools are located in 12303, NY.
What percentage of students in 12303, NY go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 12303, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12303, NY?
12303, NY public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public schools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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