For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,526 students in 12020, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12020, NY are Malta Avenue Elementary School, Ballston Spa Middle School and Milton Terrace Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12020 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12020, NY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12020, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Malta Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
70 Malta Ave
Ballston Spa, NY 12020
(518) 884-7250
Ballston Spa, NY 12020
(518) 884-7250
Gr: K-5 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Ballston Spa Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
210 Ballston Ave
Ballston Spa, NY 12020
(518) 884-7200
Ballston Spa, NY 12020
(518) 884-7200
Gr: 6-8 | 883 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Milton Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 Wood Rd
Ballston Spa, NY 12020
(518) 884-7210
Ballston Spa, NY 12020
(518) 884-7210
Gr: K-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Gordon Creek Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
50 Wood Rd
Ballston Spa, NY 12020
(518) 884-7270
Ballston Spa, NY 12020
(518) 884-7270
Gr: K-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #55.
Wood Road Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 Wood Rd
Ballston Spa, NY 12020
(518) 884-7290
Ballston Spa, NY 12020
(518) 884-7290
Gr: K-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 12020, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12020, NY include Malta Avenue Elementary School, Ballston Spa Middle School and Milton Terrace Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12020?
5 public elementary schools are located in 12020.
What is the racial composition of students in 12020?
12020 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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