For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,072 students in 14526, NY (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,039 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 14526, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 14526, NY are Penfield Senior High School, Harris Hill Elementary School and Scribner Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 14526 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 14526, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14526, NY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Penfield Senior High School
(Math: ≥99% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
25 High School Dr
Penfield, NY 14526
(585) 249-6701
Penfield, NY 14526
(585) 249-6701
Grades: 9-12
| 1,398 students
Rank: #22.
Harris Hill Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2126 Penfield Rd
Penfield, NY 14526
(585) 249-6600
Penfield, NY 14526
(585) 249-6600
Grades: K-5
| 451 students
Rank: #33.
Scribner Road Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1750 Scribner Rd
Penfield, NY 14526
(585) 249-6400
Penfield, NY 14526
(585) 249-6400
Grades: K-5
| 565 students
Rank: #44.
Cobbles Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
140 Gebhardt Rd
Penfield, NY 14526
(585) 249-6500
Penfield, NY 14526
(585) 249-6500
Grades: K-5
| 554 students
Rank: #55.
Bay Trail Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1760 Scribner Rd
Penfield, NY 14526
(585) 249-6450
Penfield, NY 14526
(585) 249-6450
Grades: 6-8
| 1,104 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 14526, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 14526, NY include Penfield Senior High School, Harris Hill Elementary School and Scribner Road Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 14526?
5 public schools are located in 14526.
What percentage of students in 14526 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 14526 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 14526?
14526 public schools minority enrollment is 19% 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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