For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 643 students in 12209, NY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 12209, NY are Albany School Of Humanities and Delaware Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 12209 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 12209, NY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12209, NY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Albany School Of Humanities
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
108 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12209
(518) 475-6575
Albany, NY 12209
(518) 475-6575
Gr: PK-5 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Delaware Community School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
43 Bertha St
Albany, NY 12209
(518) 475-6750
Albany, NY 12209
(518) 475-6750
Gr: PK-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
12209, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 12209, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 12209, NY include Albany School Of Humanities and Delaware Community School.
How many public preschools are located in 12209?
2 public preschools are located in 12209.
What is the racial composition of students in 12209?
12209 public preschools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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