For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,242 students in 12972, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12972, NY are Peru Middle School and Peru Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12972 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12972, NY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12972, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Peru Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
17 School St
Peru, NY 12972
(518) 643-6302
Peru, NY 12972
(518) 643-6302
Gr: 6-8 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Peru Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
116 Pleasant St
Peru, NY 12972
(518) 643-6100
Peru, NY 12972
(518) 643-6100
Gr: PK-5 | 829 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
12972, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
116 Pleasant St
Peru, NY 12972
(518) 643-6100
Peru, NY 12972
(518) 643-6100
Gr: K-3 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 12972, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 12972, NY include Peru Middle School and Peru Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12972?
2 public elementary schools are located in 12972.
What is the racial composition of students in 12972?
12972 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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