Serving 193 students in grades 7-12, Forestville Central High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forestville Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Forestville Central High School's student population of 193 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
193 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forestville Central High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forestville Central High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#893 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
89%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forestville Central High School's ranking?
Forestville Central High School is ranked #893 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Forestville Central High School often compared to?
Forestville Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Forestville Central High School?
The graduation rate of Forestville Central High School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Forestville Central High School?
193 students attend Forestville Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Forestville Central High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forestville Central High School?
Forestville Central High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Forestville Central High School offer ?
Forestville Central High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Forestville Central High School part of?
Forestville Central High School is part of Forestville Central School District.
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