For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,007 students in 12211, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12211, NY are Loudonville School, Shaker Road Elementary School and Southgate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12211 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12211, NY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12211, NY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Loudonville School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
349 Osborne Rd
Albany, NY 12211
(518) 434-1960
Albany, NY 12211
(518) 434-1960
Grades: K-5
| 286 students
Rank: #22.
Shaker Road Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
512 Albany Shaker Rd
Albany, NY 12211
(518) 458-1440
Albany, NY 12211
(518) 458-1440
Grades: K-4
| 329 students
Rank: #33.
Southgate School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
30 Southgate Rd
Albany, NY 12211
(518) 785-6607
Albany, NY 12211
(518) 785-6607
Grades: K-5
| 392 students
12211, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Albany Co. Sheriffs Dept Corr. Div. (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
840 Albany-shaker Rd
Albany, NY 12211
Albany, NY 12211
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 12211, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12211, NY include Loudonville School, Shaker Road Elementary School and Southgate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12211?
3 public elementary schools are located in 12211.
What is the racial composition of students in 12211?
12211 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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