For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,917 students in 12302, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12302, NY are Glendaal School, Scotia-glenville Middle School and Pashley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12302 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12302, NY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12302, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glendaal School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
774 Sacandaga Rd
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1202
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1202
Gr: K-5 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Scotia-glenville Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10 Prestige Pkwy
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1263
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1263
Gr: 6-8 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Pashley Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
30 Pashley Rd
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 399-9141
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 399-9141
Gr: K-5 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
Glen-worden Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
30 Worden Rd
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 346-0469
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 346-0469
Gr: K-5 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #55.
Lincoln School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
40 Albion St
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1296
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1296
Gr: K-5 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #66.
Sacandaga School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 Wren St
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1282
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1282
Gr: K-5 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
12302, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 12302, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12302, NY include Glendaal School, Scotia-glenville Middle School and Pashley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12302?
6 public elementary schools are located in 12302.
What is the racial composition of students in 12302?
12302 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% 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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