For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 587 students in 12206, NY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 12206, NY are Sheridan Preparatory Academy and Roots Academy At West Hill. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 12206 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 12206, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12206, NY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sheridan Preparatory Academy
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
400 Sheridan Ave
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 475-6850
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 475-6850
Gr: PK-5 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Roots Academy At West Hill
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
676 Clinton Ave
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 475-6700
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 475-6700
Gr: PK-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
12206, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
395 Elk St
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 703-6100
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 703-6100
Gr: 5-8 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
395 Elk St
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 694-5550
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 694-5550
Gr: 5-8 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
395 Elk St
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 475-6600
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 475-6600
Gr: 7-8 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 12206, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 12206, NY include Sheridan Preparatory Academy and Roots Academy At West Hill.
How many public preschools are located in 12206?
2 public preschools are located in 12206.
What is the racial composition of students in 12206?
12206 public preschools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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