For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 607 students in 12047, NY.
The top-ranked public high school in 12047, NY is Cohoes High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 12047 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 92% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 12047, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 12047 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cohoes High School, with 75-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12047, NY Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cohoes High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1 Tiger Way
Cohoes, NY 12047
(518) 237-9100
Cohoes, NY 12047
(518) 237-9100
Gr: 9-12 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 12047, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 12047, NY include Cohoes High School.
How many public high schools are located in 12047?
1 public high schools are located in 12047.
What is the racial composition of students in 12047?
12047 public high schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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