For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 546 students in Potsdam, NY.
The top-ranked public preschool in Potsdam, NY is Lawrence Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Potsdam, NY public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in Potsdam have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Potsdam, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lawrence Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
29 Leroy St
Potsdam, NY 13676
(315) 265-2000
Potsdam, NY 13676
(315) 265-2000
Gr: PK-4 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Potsdam, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
29 Leroy Street
Potsdam, NY 13676
(315) 265-2000
Potsdam, NY 13676
(315) 265-2000
Gr: 5-8 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Potsdam, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in Potsdam, NY include Lawrence Avenue Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Potsdam?
1 public preschools are located in Potsdam.
What is the racial composition of students in Potsdam?
Potsdam public preschools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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