For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,234 students in Massena, NY.
The top ranked public preschools in Massena, NY are Nightengale Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School and Madison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Massena, NY public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the New York public pre school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in Massena have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Massena, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nightengale Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
84 Nightengale Ave
Massena, NY 13662
(315) 764-3750
Massena, NY 13662
(315) 764-3750
Grades: PK-6
| 400 students
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
75 Bayley Rd
Massena, NY 13662
(315) 764-3730
Massena, NY 13662
(315) 764-3730
Grades: PK-6
| 416 students
Rank: #33.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
25 Owl Ave
Massena, NY 13662
(315) 764-3740
Massena, NY 13662
(315) 764-3740
Grades: PK-6
| 418 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Massena, NY?
The top ranked public preschools in Massena, NY include Nightengale Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School and Madison Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Massena?
3 public preschools are located in Massena.
What is the racial composition of students in Massena?
Massena public preschools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Massena are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Massena include: Nightengale Elementary School vs. Madison Elementary School
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