For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 257 students in 12204, NY.
The top-ranked public preschool in 12204, NY is Menands School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 12204 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 12204, NY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12204, NY Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Menands School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
19 Wards Ln
Albany, NY 12204
(518) 465-4561
Albany, NY 12204
(518) 465-4561
Gr: PK-8 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
12204, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
570 N Pearl St
Albany, NY 12204
(518) 475-6800
Albany, NY 12204
(518) 475-6800
Gr: PK-5 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 12204, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 12204, NY include Menands School.
How many public preschools are located in 12204?
1 public preschools are located in 12204.
What is the racial composition of students in 12204?
12204 public preschools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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