Schools near ZIP 47978

3 public schools within 6 miles, nearest first.

All schools in Rensselaer

Subject percentages show the share of students who met or exceeded the state standard.

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Van Rensselaer Elementary School
Grades 3–5 · Rensselaer Central School Corp
3.6 mi
53%
+4 vs state
47%
+6 vs state
34%
−10 vs state
15% Average of math, English and science: 49% in 2023-24 → 34% in 2025-26 49% 25% 329 White 84%
Rensselaer Central Middle School
Grades 6–8 · Rensselaer Central School Corp
3.7 mi
51%
+14 vs state
59%
+16 vs state
58%
+17 vs state
7% Average of math, English and science: 51% in 2023-24 → 58% in 2025-26 42% 17% 363 White 82%
Rensselaer Central High School
Grades 9–12 · Rensselaer Central School Corp
3.7 mi
27%
+1 vs state
61%
+9 vs state
30%
−14 vs state
7% Average of math, English and science: 37% in 2022-23 → 44% in 2025-26 34% 15% 432 White 79%

Overall change: average of the three subjects, latest year vs. 3 years earlier (↑4% means the average rate went up 4 points, e.g. 82% → 86%; — means within ±2%). Low income = eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Special ed = students with an IEP (special education).