Serving 520 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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-5
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central School serves the southeast part of Larchmont, NY, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located around 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Central School's student population of 520 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
520 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Central School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central School is 0.55, 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
#815 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
64%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central School's ranking?
Central School is ranked #815 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Central School often compared to?
Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murray Avenue School, Chatsworth Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Central School?
520 students attend Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Central School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central School?
Central School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Central School offer ?
Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central School part of?
Central School is part of Mamaroneck Union Free School District.
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