For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 675 students in 12887, NY.
The top ranked public schools in 12887, NY are Whitehall Junior-senior High School and Whitehall Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12887 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12887, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12887, NY 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whitehall Junior-senior High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
87 Buckley Rd
Whitehall, NY 12887
(518) 499-1770
Whitehall, NY 12887
(518) 499-1770
Gr: 7-12 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Whitehall Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
99 Buckley Rd
Whitehall, NY 12887
(518) 499-0330
Whitehall, NY 12887
(518) 499-0330
Gr: PK-6 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 12887, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 12887, NY include Whitehall Junior-senior High School and Whitehall Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 12887?
2 public schools are located in 12887.
What is the racial composition of students in 12887?
12887 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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