For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 8,799 students in 12065, NY (there are , serving 172 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 12065, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 12065, NY are Shenendehowa High School, Gowana Middle School and Tesago Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12065 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12065, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12065, NY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shenendehowa High School
(Math: ≥99% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
970 Rt 146
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 881-0310
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 881-0310
Grades: 9-12
| 2,956 students
Rank: #22.
Gowana Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
970 Rt 146
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 881-0460
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 881-0460
Grades: 6-8
| 745 students
Rank: #33.
Tesago Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
970 Rt 146
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 881-0570
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 881-0570
Grades: K-5
| 397 students
Rank: #44.
Skano Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
970 Rt 146
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 881-0560
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 881-0560
Grades: K-5
| 548 students
Rank: #55.
Orenda Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
970 Rt 146
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 881-0550
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 881-0550
Grades: K-5
| 538 students
Rank: #66.
Acadia Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
970 Rt 146
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 881-0450
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 881-0450
Grades: 6-8
| 736 students
Rank: #77.
Karigon Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
970 Rt 146
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 881-0530
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 881-0530
Grades: K-5
| 476 students
Rank: #88.
Koda Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
970 Rt 146
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 881-0470
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 881-0470
Grades: 6-8
| 742 students
Rank: #99.
Arongen Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
489 Clifton Pk Ctr Rd
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 881-0510
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 881-0510
Grades: K-5
| 580 students
Rank: #1010.
Shatekon Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
35 Maxwell Rd
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 881-0580
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 881-0580
Grades: K-5
| 550 students
Rank: #1111.
Okte Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1581 Crescent Rd
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 881-0540
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 881-0540
Grades: K-5
| 531 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 12065, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 12065, NY include Shenendehowa High School, Gowana Middle School and Tesago Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 12065?
11 public schools are located in 12065.
What percentage of students in 12065 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 12065 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12065?
12065 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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