For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 791 students in 12303, NY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 12303, NY are Pleasant Valley Elementary School and Hamilton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 12303 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 12303, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12303, NY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1097 Forest Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 377-0201
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 377-0201
Gr: PK-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1091 Webster St
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 836-0995
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 836-0995
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 12303, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 12303, NY include Pleasant Valley Elementary School and Hamilton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 12303?
2 public preschools are located in 12303.
What is the racial composition of students in 12303?
12303 public preschools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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