For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 395 students in Waterford, NY.
The top ranked public elementary school in Waterford, NY is Waterford-halfmoon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waterford, NY public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in Waterford have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Waterford, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Waterford-halfmoon Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
125 Middletown Rd
Waterford, NY 12188
(518) 237-0800
Waterford, NY 12188
(518) 237-0800
Grades: PK-6
| 395 students
Waterford, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
125 Middletown Rd
Waterford, NY 12188
(518) 237-0800
Waterford, NY 12188
(518) 237-0800
Grades: 5-8
| 275 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Waterford, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Waterford, NY include Waterford-halfmoon Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Waterford?
1 public elementary schools are located in Waterford.
What is the racial composition of students in Waterford?
Waterford public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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