For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 770 students in 12816, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in 12816, NY are Cambridge Junior-senior High School and Cambridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12816 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12816, NY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12816, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cambridge Junior-senior High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
24 S Park St
Cambridge, NY 12816
(518) 677-8527
Cambridge, NY 12816
(518) 677-8527
Gr: 7-12 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Cambridge Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
24 S Park St
Cambridge, NY 12816
(518) 677-8527
Cambridge, NY 12816
(518) 677-8527
Gr: PK-6 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 12816, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12816, NY include Cambridge Junior-senior High School and Cambridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 12816?
2 public schools are located in 12816.
What is the racial composition of students in 12816?
12816 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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