Serving 296 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Laurens Central School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 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: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurens Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Laurens Central School's student population of 296 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laurens Central School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurens Central School is 0.20, 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
#2371 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
89%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Laurens Central School's ranking?
Laurens Central School is ranked #2371 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Laurens Central School often compared to?
Laurens Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morris Central School, Edmeston Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Laurens Central School?
The graduation rate of Laurens Central School is 80%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Laurens Central School?
296 students attend Laurens Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Laurens Central School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurens Central School?
Laurens Central School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Laurens Central School offer ?
Laurens Central School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Laurens Central School part of?
Laurens Central School is part of Laurens Central School District.
School Reviews
5 6/23/2008
I wasn't sure how I would like such a small school, but I have been pleasantly surprised. It seems the extracurricular activities are able to be provided by super community involvement--mostly prior alums, which is great! There is a big sense of community and older grade "buddies". The facilities are currently in the midst of renovation/construction, so it would be unfair to comment yet, as the classrooms are in flux. The kids have way more opportunity for hands-on learning and a lot more individualized attention in such small schools.
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