For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,656 students in Guilderland, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in Guilderland, NY are Farnsworth Middle School and Guilderland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Guilderland, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Guilderland have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Guilderland, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Farnsworth Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6072 State Farm Rd
Guilderland, NY 12084
(518) 456-6010
Guilderland, NY 12084
(518) 456-6010
Gr: 6-8 | 1,186 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Guilderland Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2225 Western Ave
Guilderland, NY 12084
(518) 869-0293
Guilderland, NY 12084
(518) 869-0293
Gr: K-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Guilderland, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in Guilderland, NY include Farnsworth Middle School and Guilderland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Guilderland?
2 public schools are located in Guilderland.
What is the racial composition of students in Guilderland?
Guilderland public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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