For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,345 students in 12189, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12189, NY are Watervliet Junior-senior High School and Watervliet Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12189 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12189, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12189, NY Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Watervliet Junior-senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1245 Hillside Dr
Watervliet, NY 12189
(518) 629-3300
Watervliet, NY 12189
(518) 629-3300
Grades: 6-12
| 684 students
Rank: #22.
Watervliet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2557 10th Ave
Watervliet, NY 12189
(518) 629-3400
Watervliet, NY 12189
(518) 629-3400
Grades: PK-5
| 661 students
12189, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
32 Cohoes Rd
Watervliet, NY 12189
(518) 273-1512
Watervliet, NY 12189
(518) 273-1512
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 12189, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12189, NY include Watervliet Junior-senior High School and Watervliet Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12189?
2 public elementary schools are located in 12189.
What is the racial composition of students in 12189?
12189 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 59% 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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