For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 277 students in 12207, NY (there are 1 private school, serving 48 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 12207, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public school in 12207, NY is Arbor Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 12207 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 5% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12207, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12207, NY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Arbor Hill Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1 Arbor Dr
Albany, NY 12207
(518) 475-6625
Albany, NY 12207
(518) 475-6625
Grades: PK-5
| 277 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 12207, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 12207, NY include Arbor Hill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 12207?
1 public schools are located in 12207.
What percentage of students in 12207 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 12207 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12207?
12207 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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