Serving 249 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Bradford Central School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bradford Central School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Bradford, NY, encompassing approximately 58 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4 miles to the edge of the zone and a furthest edge distance of 6.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bradford Central School's student population of 249 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
249 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Enter to Learn, Leave to Succeed
School Rankings
Bradford Central 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 Bradford Central School is 0.02, 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
#2073 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
1%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
99%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bradford Central School's ranking?
Bradford Central School is ranked #2073 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bradford Central School?
The graduation rate of Bradford Central School is 50%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bradford Central School?
249 students attend Bradford Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Bradford Central School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bradford Central School?
Bradford Central School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bradford Central School offer ?
Bradford Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bradford Central School part of?
Bradford Central School is part of Bradford Central School District.
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