For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,156 students in 12308, NY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 12308, NY are Jessie T Zoller Elementary School, Howe Elementary School and Yates Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 12308 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 12308, NY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12308, NY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jessie T Zoller Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1880 Lancaster St
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 881-3880
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 881-3880
Gr: PK-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Howe Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1065 Baker Ave
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 370-8295
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 370-8295
Gr: PK-5 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Yates Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
725 Salina St
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 382-2686
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 382-2686
Gr: PK-5 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 12308, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 12308, NY include Jessie T Zoller Elementary School, Howe Elementary School and Yates Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 12308?
3 public preschools are located in 12308.
What is the racial composition of students in 12308?
12308 public preschools minority enrollment is 80% 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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