For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 545 students in 12972, NY.
The top ranked public high school in 12972, NY is Peru High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 12972 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 12972, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 12972 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Peru High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12972, NY Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Peru High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
17 School St
Peru, NY 12972
(518) 643-6400
Peru, NY 12972
(518) 643-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
12972, New York 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
116 Pleasant St
Peru, NY 12972
(518) 643-6100
Peru, NY 12972
(518) 643-6100
Gr: K-3 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 12972, NY?
The top ranked public high schools in 12972, NY include Peru High School.
How many public high schools are located in 12972?
1 public high schools are located in 12972.
What is the racial composition of students in 12972?
12972 public high schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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