For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,568 students in 12309, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12309, NY are Iroquois Middle School, Rosendale School and Birchwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12309 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12309, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12309, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Iroquois Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2495 Rosendale Rd
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-2233
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-2233
Gr: 5-8 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Rosendale School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2445 Rosendale Rd
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-3123
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-3123
Gr: K-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Birchwood Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
897 Birchwood Ln
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 344-2910
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 344-2910
Gr: K-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Van Antwerp Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2253 Story Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 370-1243
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 370-1243
Gr: 6-8 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #55.
Hillside School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1100 Cornelius Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-1856
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-1856
Gr: K-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #66.
Craig Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2566 Balltown Rd
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-0156
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-0156
Gr: K-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 12309, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12309, NY include Iroquois Middle School, Rosendale School and Birchwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12309?
6 public elementary schools are located in 12309.
What is the racial composition of students in 12309?
12309 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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