For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 546 students in 12946, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12946, NY are Lake Placid Elementary School and Lake Placid Junior-senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12946 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12946, NY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12946, NY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lake Placid Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
318 Old Military Rd
Lake Placid, NY 12946
(518) 523-3640
Lake Placid, NY 12946
(518) 523-3640
Grades: K-5
| 235 students
Rank: #22.
Lake Placid Junior-senior High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
34 School St
Lake Placid, NY 12946
(518) 523-2474
Lake Placid, NY 12946
(518) 523-2474
Grades: 6-12
| 311 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 12946, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12946, NY include Lake Placid Elementary School and Lake Placid Junior-senior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12946?
2 public elementary schools are located in 12946.
What is the racial composition of students in 12946?
12946 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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