For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 624 students in 12937, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12937, NY are Salmon River Middle School and Salmon River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12937 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12937, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12937, NY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Salmon River Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
637 County Rt 1
Fort Covington, NY 12937
(518) 358-6650
Fort Covington, NY 12937
(518) 358-6650
Grades: 6-8
| 323 students
Rank: #22.
Salmon River Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
637 County Rt 1
Fort Covington, NY 12937
(518) 358-6670
Fort Covington, NY 12937
(518) 358-6670
Grades: PK-5
| 301 students
12937, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
637 Co. Rt. 1
Fort Covington, NY 12937
(518) 358-6620
Fort Covington, NY 12937
(518) 358-6620
Grades: 7-12
| 678 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 12937, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12937, NY include Salmon River Middle School and Salmon River Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12937?
2 public elementary schools are located in 12937.
What is the racial composition of students in 12937?
12937 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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