For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 919 students in Potsdam, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Potsdam, NY are Lawrence Avenue Elementary School and A A Kingston Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Potsdam, NY public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in Potsdam have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Potsdam, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lawrence Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
29 Leroy St
Potsdam, NY 13676
(315) 265-2000
Potsdam, NY 13676
(315) 265-2000
Gr: PK-4 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
A A Kingston Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
29 Leroy St
Potsdam, NY 13676
(315) 265-2000
Potsdam, NY 13676
(315) 265-2000
Gr: 2-8 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Potsdam, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Potsdam, NY include Lawrence Avenue Elementary School and A A Kingston Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Potsdam?
2 public elementary schools are located in Potsdam.
What is the racial composition of students in Potsdam?
Potsdam public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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