For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 98 students in 14851, NY (there are 1 private school, serving 61 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 14851, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
Public school in zipcode 14851 have an average reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the New York public schools of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14851, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Roots Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
116 N Cayuga St
Ithaca, NY 14851
(607) 882-9220
Ithaca, NY 14851
(607) 882-9220
Gr: 9-12 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 14851, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 14851, NY include New Roots Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 14851?
1 public schools are located in 14851.
What percentage of students in 14851 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 14851 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 14851?
14851 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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