For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 459 students in 12208, NY.
The top-ranked public preschool in 12208, NY is New Scotland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 12208 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 12208, NY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12208, NY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Scotland Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
385 New Scotland Ave
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 475-6775
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 475-6775
Gr: PK-5 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
12208, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Capital District Chldrn & Youth Svcs (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
75 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 447-9611
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 447-9611
Gr: Inquire with school | 6 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 12208, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 12208, NY include New Scotland Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 12208?
1 public preschools are located in 12208.
What is the racial composition of students in 12208?
12208 public preschools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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