For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,874 students in 12110, NY (there are , serving 624 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 12110, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 12110, NY are Shaker High School, Shaker Middle School and Forts Ferry School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12110 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12110, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12110, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shaker High School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
445 Watervliet-shaker Rd
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 785-5511
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 785-5511
Gr: 9-12 | 2,075 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Shaker Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
475 Watervliet-shaker Rd
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 785-1341
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 785-1341
Gr: 6-8 | 1,470 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Forts Ferry School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
95 Forts Ferry Rd
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 785-9203
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 785-9203
Gr: K-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #44.
Latham Ridge School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6 Mercer Ave
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 785-3211
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 785-3211
Gr: K-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #55.
Blue Creek School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 Clinton Rd
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 785-7451
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 785-7451
Gr: K-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 12110, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12110, NY include Shaker High School, Shaker Middle School and Forts Ferry School.
How many public schools are located in 12110?
5 public schools are located in 12110.
What percentage of students in 12110 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 12110 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12110?
12110 public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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