For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 591 students in 12037, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12037, NY are Chatham Middle School and Mary E Dardess Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12037 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12037, NY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12037, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chatham Middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
50 Woodbridge Ave
Chatham, NY 12037
(518) 392-1560
Chatham, NY 12037
(518) 392-1560
Gr: 6-8 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Mary E Dardess Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
50 Woodbridge Ave
Chatham, NY 12037
(518) 392-1530
Chatham, NY 12037
(518) 392-1530
Gr: PK-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 12037, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12037, NY include Chatham Middle School and Mary E Dardess Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12037?
2 public elementary schools are located in 12037.
What is the racial composition of students in 12037?
12037 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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