For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,999 students in 12303, NY (there are 3 private schools, serving 447 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 12303, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 12303, NY are Mohonasen Senior High School, Lynnwood Elementary School and Pine Bush Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12303 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12303, NY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12303, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mohonasen Senior High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2072 Curry Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8300
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8300
Gr: 9-12 | 924 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Lynnwood Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8 Regina Dr
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 355-7930
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 355-7930
Gr: K-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Pine Bush Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3437 Carman Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 357-2770
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 357-2770
Gr: K-5 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Draper Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2070 Curry Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8350
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8350
Gr: 6-8 | 655 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #55.
Pinewood Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
901 Kings Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8430
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8430
Gr: 3-5 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #66.
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1097 Forest Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 377-0201
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 377-0201
Gr: PK-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #77.
Mont Pleasant Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1121 Forest Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3569
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3569
Gr: 6-8 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #88.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1091 Webster St
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 836-0995
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 836-0995
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
2719 Hamburg St
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8400
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8400
Gr: K-2 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 12303, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12303, NY include Mohonasen Senior High School, Lynnwood Elementary School and Pine Bush Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 12303?
9 public schools are located in 12303.
What percentage of students in 12303 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 12303 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12303?
12303 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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