For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,502 students in 12206, NY (there are 2 private schools, serving 220 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 12206, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 12206, NY are Henry Johnson Charter School, Brighter Choice Charter School For Girls and Brighter Choice Charter School For Boys. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12206 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12206, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12206, NY Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Henry Johnson Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
30 Watervliet Ave
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 432-4300
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 432-4300
Grades: K-4
| 356 students
Rank: #22.
Brighter Choice Charter School For Girls
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
250 Central Ave
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 694-4100
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 694-4100
Grades: K-5
| 326 students
Rank: #33.
Brighter Choice Charter School For Boys
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
116 N Lake Ave
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 694-8200
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 694-8200
Grades: K-5
| 246 students
Rank: #44.
Sheridan Preparatory Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
400 Sheridan Ave
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 475-6850
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 475-6850
Grades: PK-5
| 287 students
Rank: #55.
Philip J Schuyler Achievement Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
676 Clinton Ave
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 475-6700
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 475-6700
Grades: PK-5
| 287 students
12206, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
395 Elk St
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 703-6100
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 703-6100
Grades: 5-8
| 213 students
395 Elk St
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 694-5550
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 694-5550
Grades: 5-8
| 220 students
Equinox, Inc (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
95 Central Ave
Albany, NY 12206
Albany, NY 12206
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Hospitality House (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
271 Central Ave
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 434-6468
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 434-6468
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
395 Elk St
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 475-6600
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 475-6600
Grades: 7-8
| 178 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 12206, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 12206, NY include Henry Johnson Charter School, Brighter Choice Charter School For Girls and Brighter Choice Charter School For Boys.
How many public schools are located in 12206?
5 public schools are located in 12206.
What percentage of students in 12206 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 12206 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12206?
12206 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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