For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,376 students in Schoharie County, NY.
The top ranked public preschools in Schoharie County, NY are Sharon Springs Central School, Middleburgh Elementary School and Jefferson Central School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Schoharie County, NY public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in Schoharie County have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Schoharie County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sharon Springs Central School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
514 St Rt 20
Sharon Springs, NY 13459
(518) 284-2267
Sharon Springs, NY 13459
(518) 284-2267
Grades: PK-12
| 257 students
Rank: #22.
Middleburgh Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
245 Main St
Middleburgh, NY 12122
(518) 827-3600
Middleburgh, NY 12122
(518) 827-3600
Grades: PK-6
| 325 students
Rank: #33.
Jefferson Central School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1332 St Rt 10
Jefferson, NY 12093
(607) 652-7821
Jefferson, NY 12093
(607) 652-7821
Grades: PK-12
| 150 students
Rank: #44.
Gilboa-conesville Central School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
132 Wyckoff Rd
Gilboa, NY 12076
(607) 588-7541
Gilboa, NY 12076
(607) 588-7541
Grades: PK-12
| 276 students
Rank: n/an/a
143 Golding Dr
Cobleskill, NY 12043
(518) 234-4032
Cobleskill, NY 12043
(518) 234-4032
Grades: PK-5
| 368 students
Schoharie County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
291 Main St
Middleburgh, NY 12122
(518) 827-3614
Middleburgh, NY 12122
(518) 827-3614
Grades: 6-8
| 198 students
Schoharie County Correctional Facility (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
Depot Ln
Schoharie, NY 12157
Schoharie, NY 12157
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Summit Shock Incar Facilty (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
Box 56 Camp Road Hcr # 2
Summit, NY 12175
Summit, NY 12175
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Summit Shock Incarceration Facilty (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
Box 56 Camp Rd Hcr #
Summit, NY 12175
(518) 287-1721
Summit, NY 12175
(518) 287-1721
Grades: Inquire with school
| 19 students
177 Golding Dr
Cobleskill, NY 12043
(518) 234-3533
Cobleskill, NY 12043
(518) 234-3533
Grades: 3-5
| 277 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Schoharie County, NY?
The top ranked public preschools in Schoharie County, NY include Sharon Springs Central School, Middleburgh Elementary School and Jefferson Central School.
How many public preschools are located in Schoharie County?
5 public preschools are located in Schoharie County.
What is the racial composition of students in Schoharie County?
Schoharie County public preschools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles

Opinion: Handcuffing in Public Schools is a Gateway to More Violence
Some districts are banning handcuffing, while others are cuffing kindergarteners simply throwing a temper tantrum. Read this editorial to see why this author believes slapping the cuffs on children鈥檚 wrists only leads to more behavior issues and violence in their adult lives.

Whooping Cough: Should Vaccinations be Required for Public School Enrollment?
Whopping cough is making a comeback, especially amongst children, prompting health officials to encourage pertussis vaccines and boosters. However, should the pertussis vaccine be required for public school enrollment? Learn about current proposed laws and its ramifications.

What are Common Core Standards and Why Do We Need Them?
With schools nationwide adopting common core standards, we鈥檒l take a look at what they are, their benefits, and how they will change the face of public education.