For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 975 students in 12061, NY.
The top ranked public middle school in 12061, NY is Howard L Goff School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 12061 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the New York public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 12061, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public middle school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12061, NY Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Howard L Goff 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
| 975 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 12061, NY?
The top ranked public middle schools in 12061, NY include Howard L Goff School.
How many public middle schools are located in 12061?
1 public middle schools are located in 12061.
What is the racial composition of students in 12061?
12061 public middle schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public middle schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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