For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 984 students in Alden, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Alden, NY are Alden Primary At Townline, Alden Intermediate School and Alden Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alden, NY public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in Alden have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Alden, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alden Primary At Townline
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11197 Broadway
Alden, NY 14004
(716) 937-9116
Alden, NY 14004
(716) 937-9116
Gr: K-3 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Alden Intermediate School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1648 Crittenden Rd
Alden, NY 14004
(716) 937-9116
Alden, NY 14004
(716) 937-9116
Gr: 3-5 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Alden Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13250 Park St
Alden, NY 14004
(716) 937-9116
Alden, NY 14004
(716) 937-9116
Gr: 2-8 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Alden, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Wende Correctional Facility (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
3040 Wende Rd
Alden, NY 14004
(716) 937-4000
Alden, NY 14004
(716) 937-4000
Gr: Inquire with school | 54 students Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Alden, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Alden, NY include Alden Primary At Townline, Alden Intermediate School and Alden Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Alden?
3 public elementary schools are located in Alden.
What is the racial composition of students in Alden?
Alden public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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