For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,175 students in Clinton, NY (there are , serving 143 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in Clinton, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Clinton, NY are Clinton Senior High School, Clinton Elementary School and Clinton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clinton, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Clinton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Clinton, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clinton Senior High School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
75 Chenango Ave
Clinton, NY 13323
(315) 557-2233
Clinton, NY 13323
(315) 557-2233
Grades: 9-12
| 361 students
Rank: #22.
Clinton Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
75 Chenango Ave
Clinton, NY 13323
(315) 557-2255
Clinton, NY 13323
(315) 557-2255
Grades: K-5
| 531 students
Rank: #33.
Clinton Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
75 Chenango Ave
Clinton, NY 13323
(315) 557-2260
Clinton, NY 13323
(315) 557-2260
Grades: 6-8
| 283 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Clinton, NY?
The top ranked public schools in Clinton, NY include Clinton Senior High School, Clinton Elementary School and Clinton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Clinton?
3 public schools are located in Clinton.
What percentage of students in Clinton go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in Clinton are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Clinton?
Clinton public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Clinton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Clinton include: Clinton Elementary School vs. Clinton Senior High School
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