Best 12186 New York Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,215 students in 12186, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in 12186, NY are Clayton A Bouton High School, Voorheesville Middle School and Voorheesville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12186 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12186, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Best 12186, NY Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clayton A Bouton High School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
432 New Salem Rd
Voorheesville, NY 12186
(518) 765-3314
Gr: 9-12 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Voorheesville Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
432 New Salem Rd
Voorheesville, NY 12186
(518) 765-3314
Gr: 6-8 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Voorheesville Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
129 Maple Ave
Voorheesville, NY 12186
(518) 765-2382
Gr: K-5 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 12186, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12186, NY include Clayton A Bouton High School, Voorheesville Middle School and Voorheesville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 12186?
3 public schools are located in 12186.
What is the racial composition of students in 12186?
12186 public schools minority enrollment is 13% 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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