For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 263 students in 12202, NY.
The top ranked public preschool in 12202, NY is Thomas S O'brien Academy Of Science & Technology. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 12202 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 12202, NY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12202, NY Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas S O'brien Academy Of Science & Technology
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
94 Delaware Ave
Albany, NY 12202
(518) 475-6875
Albany, NY 12202
(518) 475-6875
Gr: PK-5 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
12202, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Achievement Academy Charter School (Closed 2014)
Charter School
75 Park Ave
Albany, NY 12202
(518) 533-1601
Albany, NY 12202
(518) 533-1601
Gr: 5-8 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Albany Preparatory Charter School (Closed 2014)
Charter School
75 Park Ave
Albany, NY 12202
(518) 694-5005
Albany, NY 12202
(518) 694-5005
Catholic Charities Of Alb & Renssel (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
100 Slingerland St
Albany, NY 12202
Albany, NY 12202
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 12202, NY?
The top ranked public preschools in 12202, NY include Thomas S O'brien Academy Of Science & Technology.
How many public preschools are located in 12202?
1 public preschools are located in 12202.
What is the racial composition of students in 12202?
12202 public preschools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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