For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,629 students in 12302, NY (there are 2 private schools, serving 326 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 12302, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 12302, NY are Scotia-glenville Senior High School, Glendaal School and Scotia-glenville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12302 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12302, NY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12302, NY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Scotia-glenville Senior High School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1 Tartan Way
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1231
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1231
Grades: 9-12
| 712 students
Rank: #22.
Glendaal School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
774 Sacandaga Rd
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1202
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1202
Grades: K-5
| 210 students
Rank: #33.
Scotia-glenville Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10 Prestige Pkwy
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1263
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1263
Grades: 6-8
| 495 students
Rank: #44.
Pashley Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
30 Pashley Rd
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 399-9141
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 399-9141
Grades: K-5
| 481 students
Rank: #55.
Glen-worden Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
30 Worden Rd
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 346-0469
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 346-0469
Grades: K-5
| 206 students
Rank: #66.
Lincoln School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
40 Albion St
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1296
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1296
Grades: K-5
| 212 students
Rank: #77.
Sacandaga School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 Wren St
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1282
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1282
Grades: K-5
| 313 students
12302, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Arc Schenectady (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
52 Market St
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 372-1483
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 372-1483
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 12302, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 12302, NY include Scotia-glenville Senior High School, Glendaal School and Scotia-glenville Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 12302?
7 public schools are located in 12302.
What percentage of students in 12302 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 12302 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12302?
12302 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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