For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,326 students in 12118, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12118, NY are Mechanicville Junior/senior High School and Mechanicville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12118 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12118, NY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12118, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mechanicville Junior/senior High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
25 Kniskern Ave
Mechanicville, NY 12118
(518) 664-9888
Mechanicville, NY 12118
(518) 664-9888
Gr: 6-12 | 726 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Mechanicville Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
25 Kniskern Ave
Mechanicville, NY 12118
(518) 664-7336
Mechanicville, NY 12118
(518) 664-7336
Gr: PK-5 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
12118, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
25 Kniskern Ave
Mechanicville, NY 12118
(518) 664-6303
Mechanicville, NY 12118
(518) 664-6303
Gr: 6-8 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 12118, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12118, NY include Mechanicville Junior/senior High School and Mechanicville Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12118?
2 public elementary schools are located in 12118.
What is the racial composition of students in 12118?
12118 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% 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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