For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,346 students in 12118, NY (there are 1 private school, serving 111 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 12118, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 12118, NY are Mechanicville Junior/senior High School and Mechanicville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12118 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12118, NY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12118, NY Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mechanicville Junior/senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
25 Kniskern Ave
Mechanicville, NY 12118
(518) 664-9888
Mechanicville, NY 12118
(518) 664-9888
Grades: 6-12
| 746 students
Rank: #22.
Mechanicville Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
25 Kniskern Ave
Mechanicville, NY 12118
(518) 664-7336
Mechanicville, NY 12118
(518) 664-7336
Grades: PK-5
| 600 students
12118, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
25 Kniskern Ave
Mechanicville, NY 12118
(518) 664-6303
Mechanicville, NY 12118
(518) 664-6303
Grades: 6-8
| 324 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 12118, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 12118, NY include Mechanicville Junior/senior High School and Mechanicville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 12118?
2 public schools are located in 12118.
What percentage of students in 12118 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 12118 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12118?
12118 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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