For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 123 students in West Leyden, NY.
The top-ranked public school in West Leyden, NY is West Leyden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Leyden, NY public school have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in West Leyden have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in West Leyden, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Leyden Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1157 Fish Creek Rd
West Leyden, NY 13489
(315) 942-9280
West Leyden, NY 13489
(315) 942-9280
Gr: PK-5 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in West Leyden, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in West Leyden, NY include West Leyden Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in West Leyden?
1 public schools are located in West Leyden.
What is the racial composition of students in West Leyden?
West Leyden public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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