For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 314 students in 12983, NY.
The top-ranked public preschool in 12983, NY is Petrova Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 12983 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 12983, NY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12983, NY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Petrova Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
79 Canaras Ave
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-4221
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-4221
Gr: PK-5 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
12983, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
79 Canaras Ave
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-2778
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-2778
Gr: K-3 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
79 Canaras Ave
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-3350
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-3350
Gr: PK-K | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 12983, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 12983, NY include Petrova Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 12983?
1 public preschools are located in 12983.
What is the racial composition of students in 12983?
12983 public preschools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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