For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,120 students in Vestal, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Vestal, NY are Vestal Hills Elementary School, Vestal Middle School and African Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Vestal, NY public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in Vestal have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Vestal, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vestal Hills Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
709 Country Club Rd
Vestal, NY 13850
(607) 757-2357
Vestal, NY 13850
(607) 757-2357
Gr: K-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Vestal Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 S Benita Blvd
Vestal, NY 13850
(607) 757-2331
Vestal, NY 13850
(607) 757-2331
Gr: 6-8 | 847 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
African Road Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 S Benita Blvd
Vestal, NY 13850
(607) 757-2311
Vestal, NY 13850
(607) 757-2311
Gr: K-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Clayton Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
209 Clayton Ave
Vestal, NY 13850
(607) 757-2271
Vestal, NY 13850
(607) 757-2271
Gr: K-5 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Glenwood Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
337 Jones Rd
Vestal, NY 13850
(607) 757-2391
Vestal, NY 13850
(607) 757-2391
Gr: K-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Vestal, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Vestal, NY include Vestal Hills Elementary School, Vestal Middle School and African Road Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Vestal?
5 public elementary schools are located in Vestal.
What is the racial composition of students in Vestal?
Vestal public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Vestal are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Vestal include: Glenwood Elementary School vs. African Road Elementary School, Clayton Avenue Elementary School vs. African Road Elementary School, Vestal Hills Elementary School vs. African Road Elementary School
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