For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 4,215 students in 12303, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12303, NY are Pine Bush Elementary School, Lynnwood Elementary School and Draper Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12303 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12303, NY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12303, NY Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pine Bush Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3437 Carman Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 357-2770
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 357-2770
Grades: K-5
| 478 students
Rank: #22.
Lynnwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8 Regina Dr
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 355-7930
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 355-7930
Grades: K-5
| 438 students
Rank: #33.
Draper Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2070 Curry Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8350
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8350
Grades: 6-8
| 646 students
Rank: #44.
Pinewood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
901 Kings Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8430
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8430
Grades: 3-5
| 594 students
Rank: #55.
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1097 Forest Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3640
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3640
Grades: PK-5
| 357 students
Rank: #66.
Mont Pleasant Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1121 Forest Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 370-8160
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 370-8160
Grades: 6-8
| 671 students
Rank: #77.
Hamilton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1091 Webster St
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3720
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3720
Grades: PK-5
| 419 students
Rank: n/an/a
Herman L Bradt Elementary School
Magnet School
2719 Hamburg St
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8400
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8400
Grades: K-2
| 612 students
12303, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
570 Lansing St
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3970
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3970
Grades: 1-6
| 95 students
520 Bradt St
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3700
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3700
Grades: 1-5
| 108 students
W A I T T Houses Inc (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
Box 3455 1220 Congress
Schenectady, NY 12303
Schenectady, NY 12303
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 12303, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12303, NY include Pine Bush Elementary School, Lynnwood Elementary School and Draper Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12303?
8 public elementary schools are located in 12303.
What is the racial composition of students in 12303?
12303 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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