For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,470 students in 12953, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12953, NY are Malone Middle School, Saint Joseph's Elementary School and Flanders Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12953 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12953, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12953, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Malone Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15 Francis St
Malone, NY 12953
(518) 483-7801
Malone, NY 12953
(518) 483-7801
Gr: 6-8 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Saint Joseph's Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
99 Elm St
Malone, NY 12953
(518) 483-7806
Malone, NY 12953
(518) 483-7806
Gr: PK-5 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Flanders Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
524 E Main St
Malone, NY 12953
(518) 483-7803
Malone, NY 12953
(518) 483-7803
Gr: PK-5 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #44.
Davis Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
183 Webster St
Malone, NY 12953
(518) 483-7802
Malone, NY 12953
(518) 483-7802
Gr: PK-5 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
12953, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bare Hill Correctional Facility (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
Cady Rd
Malone, NY 12953
(518) 483-8411
Malone, NY 12953
(518) 483-8411
Gr: Inquire with school | 3 students Minority enrollment: 67%
Franklin Correctional Facility (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
3 Brewster St
Malone, NY 12953
(518) 483-6040
Malone, NY 12953
(518) 483-6040
Gr: Inquire with school | 3 students Minority enrollment: 67%
Upstate Correctional Facility (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
309 Bare Hill Rd
Malone, NY 12953
(518) 483-6997
Malone, NY 12953
(518) 483-6997
Gr: Inquire with school | 24 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 12953, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12953, NY include Malone Middle School, Saint Joseph's Elementary School and Flanders Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12953?
4 public elementary schools are located in 12953.
What is the racial composition of students in 12953?
12953 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% 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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