Best 13605 New York Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,464 students in 13605, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in 13605, NY are South Jefferson High School, Belleville Henderson Central School and Clarke Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 13605 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 13605, NY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Best 13605, NY Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Jefferson High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
11060 Us Rt 11
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 232-4531
Gr: 9-12 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Belleville Henderson Central School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
8372 County Rt 75
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 846-5121
Gr: PK-12 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Clarke Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
11060 Us Rt 11
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 232-4531
Gr: 6-8 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 13605, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 13605, NY include South Jefferson High School, Belleville Henderson Central School and Clarke Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 13605?
3 public schools are located in 13605.
What is the racial composition of students in 13605?
13605 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

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