Serving 572 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Black River School ranks in the top 50% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Black River School serves the west part of its school district in Black River, NY, covering an area of approximately 27.7 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 6.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black River School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Black River School's student population of 572 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
572 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Black River School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black River School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1349 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black River School's ranking?
Black River School is ranked #1349 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Black River School often compared to?
Black River Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calcium Primary School, Antwerp Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Black River School?
572 students attend Black River School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Black River School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black River School?
Black River School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Black River School offer ?
Black River School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Black River School part of?
Black River School is part of Carthage Central School District.
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