Serving 420 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Cherry Valley-springfield 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Cherry Valley-Springfield Central School encompasses the entire school district, covering an area of approximately 142.5 square miles in Cherry Valley, NY. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cherry Valley-springfield Central School's student population of 420 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
420 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Motto
By Working Together, the Cherry Valley-Springfield School Community will Provide the Foundation for Success that Every Individual Needs for a Lifetime.
School Rankings
Cherry Valley-springfield Central School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherry Valley-springfield Central School is 0.13, 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
#3493 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
2%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
93%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherry Valley-springfield Central School's ranking?
Cherry Valley-springfield Central School is ranked #3493 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Cherry Valley-springfield Central School often compared to?
Cherry Valley-springfield Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barringer Road Elementary School, Edmeston Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cherry Valley-springfield Central School?
The graduation rate of Cherry Valley-springfield Central School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cherry Valley-springfield Central School?
420 students attend Cherry Valley-springfield Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Cherry Valley-springfield Central School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherry Valley-springfield Central School?
Cherry Valley-springfield Central School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cherry Valley-springfield Central School offer ?
Cherry Valley-springfield Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cherry Valley-springfield Central School part of?
Cherry Valley-springfield Central School is part of Cherry Valley-Springfield Central School District.
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