For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 38 students in 12861, NY.
The top-ranked public school in 12861, NY is Putnam Central School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 12861 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12861, NY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12861, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Putnam Central School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
126 County Rt 2
Putnam Station, NY 12861
(518) 547-8266
Putnam Station, NY 12861
(518) 547-8266
Gr: PK-6 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 12861, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12861, NY include Putnam Central School.
How many public schools are located in 12861?
1 public schools are located in 12861.
What is the racial composition of students in 12861?
12861 public schools minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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