For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,696 students in 12061, NY (there are 1 private school, serving 188 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 12061, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 12061, NY are Columbia High School, Howard L Goff School and Citizen Edmond Genet School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12061 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12061, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12061, NY Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Columbia High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥99% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
962 Luther Rd
East Greenbush, NY 12061
(518) 207-2010
East Greenbush, NY 12061
(518) 207-2010
Grades: 9-12
| 1,252 students
Rank: #22.
Howard L Goff School
Magnet School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
35 Gilligan Rd
East Greenbush, NY 12061
(518) 207-2430
East Greenbush, NY 12061
(518) 207-2430
Grades: 6-8
| 978 students
Rank: #33.
Citizen Edmond Genet School
Magnet School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
29 Englewood Ave
East Greenbush, NY 12061
(518) 207-2680
East Greenbush, NY 12061
(518) 207-2680
Grades: PK-5
| 466 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 12061, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 12061, NY include Columbia High School, Howard L Goff School and Citizen Edmond Genet School.
How many public schools are located in 12061?
3 public schools are located in 12061.
What percentage of students in 12061 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 12061 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12061?
12061 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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