For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 861 students in 12186, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12186, NY are Voorheesville Middle School and Voorheesville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12186 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12186, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12186, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Voorheesville Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
432 New Salem Rd
Voorheesville, NY 12186
(518) 765-3314
Voorheesville, NY 12186
(518) 765-3314
Gr: 6-8 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Voorheesville Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
129 Maple Ave
Voorheesville, NY 12186
(518) 765-2382
Voorheesville, NY 12186
(518) 765-2382
Gr: K-5 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 12186, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12186, NY include Voorheesville Middle School and Voorheesville Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12186?
2 public elementary schools are located in 12186.
What is the racial composition of students in 12186?
12186 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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