For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,874 students in Latham, NY (there are , serving 624 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in Latham, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Latham, NY are Shaker High School, Shaker Middle School and Forts Ferry School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Latham, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Latham have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Latham, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shaker High School
(Math: 98% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
445 Watervliet-shaker Rd
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 785-5511
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 785-5511
Grades: 9-12
| 2,075 students
Rank: #22.
Shaker Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
475 Watervliet-shaker Rd
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 785-1341
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 785-1341
Grades: 6-8
| 1,470 students
Rank: #33.
Forts Ferry School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
95 Forts Ferry Rd
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 785-9203
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 785-9203
Grades: K-5
| 439 students
Rank: #44.
Latham Ridge School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6 Mercer Ave
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 785-3211
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 785-3211
Grades: K-5
| 451 students
Rank: #55.
Blue Creek School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 Clinton Rd
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 785-7451
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 785-7451
Grades: K-5
| 439 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Latham, NY?
The top ranked public schools in Latham, NY include Shaker High School, Shaker Middle School and Forts Ferry School.
How many public schools are located in Latham?
5 public schools are located in Latham.
What percentage of students in Latham go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in Latham are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Latham?
Latham public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Latham are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Latham include: Latham Ridge School vs. Forts Ferry School, Forts Ferry School vs. Latham Ridge School
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